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.

(1 point)
Responses

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.

1 answer

a) The parachute's upward force resists gravity's downward force.