The spacecraft shown below weighs 6.1 million pounds. The rocket produces 7.5 million pounds of thrust.
When the spacecraft falls back to earth, a parachute helps it fall safely. Explain the forces acting during this landing.
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a the parachute’s upward force resists gravity’s downward force.
b the parachute’s downward force resists gravity’s downward force.
c The parachute’s downward force resists gravity’s upward force.
d The parachute’s upward force resists gravity’s upward force.
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a) The parachute's upward force resists gravity's downward force.
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