Suppose a ball is thrown straight up and experiences no appreciable air resistance. What is its acceleration just before it reaches its highest point?
A) exactly g
B) slightly less than g
C) slightly greater than g
D) zero

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The acceleration of the ball is exactly g (9.8 m/s^2 downward) throughout its flight, including just before it reaches its highest point, due to gravity.

Suppose a Ball Is Thrown Straight Up and Experiences No