Which one of the following statements is correct for an object released from rest?
A) The average velocity during the first second of time is 4.9 m/s
B) During each second the object falls 9.8 m
C) The acceleration changes by 9.8 m/s every second
D) The object falls 9.8 m during the first second of time
E) The acceleration of the object is proportional to its weight

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The average velocity during the first second for an object in free fall is (0 + 9.8)/2 = 4.9 m/s, assuming acceleration due to gravity is 9.8 m/s².

Which One of the Following Statements Is Correct for an Object