A Stone Is Released from a Balloon That Is Descending

question 72

Multiple Choice

A stone is released from a balloon that is descending at a constant speed of 10 m/s.Neglecting air resistance, after 20 s the speed of the stone is:

• A)2160 m/s
• B)1760 m/s
• C)206 m/s
• D)196 m/s
• E)186 m/s

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