An astronomer observes that a distance satellite experiences a milder force due to earth than a nearer satellite. Which force is exerted by earth on the satellite?

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Vocaloid · Answer

are there any options? if not, I would suggest ~gravity~ since it's an attractive force that is inversely proportional to distance

Caramellanna · Answer

A. Gravitational force B.electromagnetic force  C. Weak nuclear force. D. Strong nuclear force

Vocaloid · Answer

yeah this is mostly a memorization-based question

your clues are:
- the force decreases at large distances
- no charges, so not electric force
- not a nucleus, so the nuclear forces aren't prominent

so gravitational force is the best choice

Caramellanna · Answer

Thx