Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Equations of motion

Equations of motion — practice question

A ball is projected horizontally from a tall building. The ground below is level. Air resistance is negligible. Which statement about the motion of the ball is correct?

  • AThe acceleration of the ball is always at right angles to the path of the ball.
  • BThe ball follows a circular path until it hits the ground.
  • CThe ball has constant acceleration.
  • DThe ball’s time in the air is proportional to the velocity at which the ball is thrown.

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