A ball is thrown upward and caught when it returns.When air resistance affects the ball,compared with the initial upward speed,the speed of the ball when caught is
A)less.
B)the same.
C)more.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When air resistance affects the ball, it acts as a force in the opposite direction to the motion of the ball. This force slows down the ball. Therefore, the speed of the ball when caught will be less than the initial upward speed, making option A the correct choice.

A Ball Is Thrown Upward and Caught When It Returns