Projectile Motion Acceleration

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A ball is thrown vertically upwards. Air resistance is negligible. What is the acceleration of the ball at the highest point of its trajectory?

A

Zero
B

Downwards and constant
C

Downwards and decreasing
D

Upwards and constant

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Hint

Consider the forces acting on the ball throughout its flight. How is acceleration related to the net force?

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Downwards and constant

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