Two Balls, Projected at Different Times So They Don't Collide

question 6

Multiple Choice

Two balls, projected at different times so they don't collide, have trajectories A and B, as shown below. Which statement is correct?

• A) v_0B must be greater than v_0A.
• B) Ball A is in the air for a longer time than ball B.
• C) Ball B is in the air for a longer time than ball A.
• D) Ball B has a greater acceleration than ball A.
• E) Ball A has a greater acceleration than ball B.

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