Question

which arrow, a, b, or c, depicts the force of gravity on the thrown football?

Explanation:

Gravity exerts a downward force on all objects near Earth's surface, pulling them toward the center of the Earth, regardless of their horizontal motion. Arrow A points directly downward, matching the direction of gravitational force. Arrow B shows horizontal motion (inertia/initial throw force), and Arrow C shows the combined path of the football from both horizontal motion and gravity, not just the gravitational force itself.

Answer:

A