On a Graph That Shows Position on the Vertical Axis

question 69

Multiple Choice

On a graph that shows position on the vertical axis and time on the horizontal axis,a parabolic curve that opens upward represents

• A)a constant positive acceleration.
• B)a constant negative acceleration.
• C)no acceleration.
• D)a positive followed by a negative acceleration.
• E)a negative followed by a positive acceleration.

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