If the Velocity of an Object Is Zero, Does It

question 62

Multiple Choice

If the velocity of an object is zero, does it mean that the acceleration is zero? Support your answer with an example.

• A)no, and an example would be an object starting from rest
• B)no, and an example would be an object coming to a stop
• C)yes, and an example would be an object sitting at rest
• D)yes, because of the way in which velocity is defined
• E)yes, because of the way in which acceleration is defined

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