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Type: Multiple-Choice
Category: Forces and Motion
Level: Grade 11
Tags: acceleration, gravity
Author: kieke
Last Modified: 6 years ago

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Grade 11 Forces and Motion

Two rocks are thrown at the same time with the same speed. One is thrown directly downward while the other is thrown straight up. Which statement correctly compares their speeds when they hit the ground?
  1. The rock thrown straight up hits the ground at a faster speed.
  2. The rock thrown directly downward hits the ground at a faster speed.
  3. Both rocks hit the ground at the same speed.
  4. There is not enough information to compare their speeds.