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A boy in an open car travelling at constant speed throws a ball straight up. Where does the ball land?

Correct answer D. Behind him

Explanation

In an open car the ball leaves the shelter of the vehicle and meets moving air, so air resistance slows its forward motion and it drops behind the boy.

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