Comparing Average Acceleration and Instantaneous Acceleration

question 9

Multiple Choice

Comparing average acceleration and instantaneous acceleration,

• A) average acceleration is not a vector quantity and therefore doesn't include direction.
• B) both terms sometimes refer to the same quantity.
• C) the two terms never refer to the same quantity.
• D) none of the above apply.

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Definitions:

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Small, triangular glands located on top of the kidneys; they produce hormones that help regulate metabolism, immune system, blood pressure, and stress responses.

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Pertaining to the heart and blood vessels, and the circulation of blood throughout the body.