If you are backing up but slowing down, your acceleration is directed
A) backwards
B) nowhere
C) forwards
D) to the left

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When you are backing up (moving backwards) and slowing down, it means you are decelerating in the direction of your motion (backwards). Deceleration is acceleration in the opposite direction of your motion. Therefore, if you are moving backwards and slowing down, your acceleration is directed forwards, opposing your motion.

If You Are Backing Up but Slowing Down, Your Acceleration