Practice mode Physics

A ball is thrown down towards the ground and bounces back up. Which quantities change direction during this motion?

Correct answer A. Direction of displacement and velocity

Explanation

Throughout the flight, gravity keeps acceleration pointing downwards, but on bouncing the ball reverses both its velocity and the direction of its displacement.

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