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A ball is dropped from a height. As it falls, which of the following is true?

A The gravitational force acting on it remains the same.
B The air resistance decreases.
C Its weight increases.
D Its mass increases.
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Step 1: Mass and gravity (weight) are constant for a falling object near Earth. Step [2-9]: Gravity pulls the object down constantly. Step [2-9]: Air resistance actually increases as the speed increases.

Correct answer: The gravitational force acting on it remains the same.

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