The Figure Represents the Parabolic Trajectory of a Ball Going $\theta$

question 23

Multiple Choice

The figure represents the parabolic trajectory of a ball going from a to e in Earth gravity but without air resistance. The initial velocity of the ball is V_o at an angle $\theta$ to the horizon. The vertical dashed lines represent equal time interval, $\Delta$ t. The acceleration at point a is ____ the acceleration at c.

• A) less than
• B) equal to
• C) greater than
• D) Unable to tell.
• E) Depends on how g changes along the path.

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