A ball is thrown upwards and caught when it returns. Compared with its initial speed and in the presence of air resistance, the speed with which it is caught is always
A)less.
B)the same.
C)more.
D)can't be determined.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In the presence of air resistance, the ball experiences a drag force that opposes its motion, causing it to lose some of its initial kinetic energy. This reduces the ball's speed as it rises and slows its descent, resulting in a lower speed when it is caught compared to its initial speed. Therefore, the correct answer is A) less.

A Ball Is Thrown Upwards and Caught When It Returns