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Chapter 2, Problem 38P
(a)
To determine
The distance through which the skydiver falls, and the time taken during which the air resistance is neglected.
(b)
To determine
The distance through which the Ping-Pong ball falls, and the time taken during which the air resistance is neglected.
(c)
To determine
The conclusion about the results of Ping-Pong ball and the skydiver.
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