Which of the Following Four Objects or Persons Is NOT

question 179

Multiple Choice

Which of the following four objects or persons is NOT accelerating?

• A) a bicyclist gradually slowing down on a straight road while coasting toward a stop sign
• B) a motorcyclist traveling around a circular racetrack at a constant speed
• C) an apple falling to the ground from an apple tree
• D) an Olympic swimmer exerting considerable force to maintain a constant speed in a straight line through the water

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