A bomber flying in level flight with constant velocity drops a bomb before it is over the target.Neglecting air resistance, which one of the following is NOT true?
A)The bomber is over the target when the bomb strikes
B)The acceleration of the bomb is constant
C)The horizontal velocity of the plane equals the vertical velocity of the bomb when it hits the target
D)The bomb travels in a curved path
E)The time of flight of the bomb is independent of the horizontal speed of the plane

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The horizontal velocity of the plane remains constant, so it does not equal the vertical velocity of the bomb at the moment it hits the target. The vertical velocity of the bomb is only affected by gravity, causing it to accelerate downwards towards the target.

A Bomber Flying in Level Flight with Constant Velocity Drops