The Figure Represents the Parabolic Trajectory of a Ball Going

question 86

Multiple Choice

The figure represents the parabolic trajectory of a ball going from A to E in Earth gravity but without air resistance. What is the direction of the acceleration at point B?

• A) It is up and to the right.
• B) It is down and to the left.
• C) It is straight up.
• D) It is straight down.
• E) The acceleration of the ball is zero.

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