In Our Study of Falling Objects, We Noted That the Total

question 32

Multiple Choice

In our study of falling objects, we noted that the total distance fallen was approximately 5 m in 1 s, 20 m in 2 s, 45 m in 3 s, and 80 m in 4 s. Which of the following best describes the pattern in this data?

• A) Distance is proportional to the time.
• B) Distance is inversely proportional to the square of the time.
• C) Distance is proportional to the square of the time.
• D) The path followed by the motion is parabolic.
• E) The path followed by the motion is elliptical.

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