The Gain in Speed Each Second for a Freely-Falling Object

question 70

Multiple Choice

The gain in speed each second for a freely-falling object is about

• A)0 m/s.
• B)5 m/s.
• C)10 m/s.
• D)20 m/s.
• E)depends on the initial speed.

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