University Physics with Modern Physics (14th Edition)

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Chapter 3 - Motion in Two or Three Dimensions - Problems - Discussion Questions - Page 92: Q3.2

Answer

See diagram.

Work Step by Step

Yes, the particle moves in a straight line. Such an acceleration at first changes only the magnitude of the velocity. The speed decreases until it reaches zero, then the particle reverses direction, and begins to increase its velocity in the direction of the acceleration.
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