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O-LevelPhysicsForces5054/11 · Oct/Nov 2025 · Q61 Mark

A parachutist falls towards the ground at constant speed with a fully open parachute. Which statement is correct?

AThere are no forces acting on the parachutist.

BThe upward force on the parachute is equal to the weight of the parachutist.

CThe upward force on the parachute is greater than the weight of the parachutist.

DThe upward force on the parachute is less than the weight of the parachutist.

✓ Correct answer

B: The upward force on the parachute is equal to the weight of the parachutist.

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Topic: Forces, O-Level Physics (syllabus 5054). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: O-Level Physics, Oct/Nov 2025 Paper 1 Variant 1, question 6.

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