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An elephant and a coin are both falling. If gravity is the only force affecting them, which object feels the most force? Which object feels the most acceleration? Explain.

Principles of Physics: A Calculus-Based Text

5th Edition

ISBN:9781133104261

Author:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

Chapter4: The Laws Of Motion

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 12P

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