Which of the following objects is experiencing Earth's gravitational force?

A. a skydiver falling under the force of gravity
B. an airplane taking-off
C. a boat floating in water
D. All of these choices are correct.
E. Only an airplane taking-off and a skydiver falling under the force of gravity above.


Answer: D

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