Two Objects Are Thrown from the Top of a Tall

question 13

Multiple Choice

Two objects are thrown from the top of a tall building.One is thrown up,and the other is thrown down,both with the same initial speed.What are their speeds when they hit the street? Neglect air resistance.

• A)The one thrown up is traveling faster.
• B)The one thrown down is traveling faster.
• C)They are traveling at the same speed.
• D)It is impossible to tell because the height of the building is not given.

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