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Why are objects that fall near Earth's surface rarely in free fall?

O Gravity does not act on objects near Earth's surface.
O Air exerts forces on falling objects near Earth's surface.
O The objects do not reach terminal velocity.
O The objects can be pushed upward by gravity.​

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Answer:

Air exerts forces on falling objects near earth's surface

Step-by-step explanation:

Falling objects are typically subject to air resistance which prevents the force of gravity on the object

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