Question #6417274Single Choice

Physics

Question

A swimmer pushes against the wall of a swimming pool to propel themselves forward. What is the "equal and opposite force" to the force exerted by the swimmer on the wall?

Options

A
    The force of the water pushing forward on the swimmer
B
    The force of gravity pulling the swimmer downward
C
    The swimmer's legs pushing against the floor
D
    The force of the wall pushing back on the swimmer

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