University Physics with Modern Physics (14th Edition)

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Chapter 5 - Applying Newton's Laws - Problems - Discussion Questions - Page 159: Q5.26

Answer

Graph A.

Work Step by Step

The ball’s initial velocity is 0. As it picks up speed, the upward-directed air drag force reduces the downward acceleration. When the ball moves fast enough (terminal velocity), the drag force balances gravity, and the acceleration is zero. The ball’s vertical velocity component remains constant. Graph A depicts a velocity whose magnitude rises from zero and approaches a constant.
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