Use the Following to Answer the Question

question 47

Multiple Choice

Use the following to answer the question:
-The figure represents the parabolic trajectory of a ball going from A to E in Earth gravity but without air resistance.What is the direction of the acceleration at point B?

• A)it is up and to the right
• B)it is down and to the left
• C)it is straight up
• D)it is straight down
• E)The acceleration of the ball is zero

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Definitions:

Anastomosis

The surgical connection between two structures, typically blood vessels or other tubular organs.

Cerebral Arterial Circle

Also known as the Circle of Willis, it is a circulatory anastomosis that supplies blood to the brain and surrounding structures.

Oxygenated Blood

Blood rich in oxygen, typically flowing from the lungs to the heart and then to the rest of the body.

Hepatic Portal Vein

A blood vessel that carries blood from the gastrointestinal tract, gallbladder, pancreas, and spleen to the liver.