A Feather, Initially at Rest, Is Released in a Vacuum

question 11

Multiple Choice

A feather, initially at rest, is released in a vacuum 12 m above the surface of the Earth.Which of the following statements is correct?

• A)The maximum velocity of the feather is 9.8 m/s
• B)The acceleration of the feather decreases until terminal velocity is reached
• C)The acceleration of the feather remains constant during the fall
• D)The acceleration of the feather increases during the fall
• E)The acceleration of the feather is zero

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