A Ball Is Thrown Straight Up with an Initial Velocity

question 13

Multiple Choice

A ball is thrown straight up with an initial velocity of 10 m/s. After 3 seconds its velocity will be

• A) -19.4 m/s.
• B) -29.4 m/s.
• C) 0 m/s.
• D) 29.4 m/s.
• E) 19.4 m/s.

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Definitions:

Maxillary

Pertaining to the maxilla, the upper jawbone in vertebrates.

Zygomatic

Referring to the zygoma or cheekbone, a bone that contributes to the structure of the face.

Vomer

A thin, flat bone forming the posterior and inferior portion of the nasal septum.

Costae

The ribs, forming part of the human thoracic skeleton that protects the chest cavity and supports the chest wall.