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Physics (AS & A Level) · Oct / Nov 2024 · Paper 12 · Question 6

9702Equations of motion

A ball is thrown horizontally off a tall building. The ground is horizontal. Air resistance is negligible. Which statement about the motion of the ball is correct?

  1. AThe acceleration of the ball is always at right angles to the path of the ball.
  2. BThe ball follows a circular path until it hits the ground.
  3. CThe ball has constant acceleration.
  4. DThe ball's time in the air is proportional to the velocity at which the ball is thrown.

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Correct answer: C. The ball has constant acceleration.

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