What is the magnitude and direction of the gravitational force that acts on a person who weighs 500 N at the earth's surface?

What will be an ideal response?


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What will be an ideal response?

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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