When an object falls freely near the surface of Earth, which of the following forces acts opposite to its motion?

Drag force

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Gravitational force

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Muscular force

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Magnetic force

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Solution

The correct option is A Drag force
Drag is the force that resists the motion of an object moving through a fluid. If the fluid is air, the resisting force is called air drag. This force acts opposite to the motion of the body.

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