Passengers in a High-Flying Jumbo Jet Feel Their Normal Weight

question 77

Multiple Choice

Passengers in a high-flying jumbo jet feel their normal weight in flight. Passengers in an orbiting space vehicle do not because passengers are

• A)beyond the main pull of Earth's gravity.
• B)above the Earth's atmosphere.
• C)without support forces.
• D)all the above
• E)none of the above

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Definitions:

Lobbying

The act of attempting to influence the actions, policies, or decisions of officials in their professional capacity, typically by interest groups or individuals.

Unintended Consequences

Outcomes that are not the ones foreseen or intended by a purposeful action, often contrary to what was originally planned.

Interest Group

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Power Factors

Elements or attributes that contribute to the effectiveness or influence of a nation, organization, or individual in achieving goals or exerting control.