Nellie Tosses a Ball Upward at an Angle

question 32

Multiple Choice

Nellie tosses a ball upward at an angle. Neglecting air resistance, the vertical component of the initial velocity

• A)decreases with time to reach the top.
• B)remains constant.
• C)increases with time to reach the top.

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