A rock is falling from the top of a cliff. Which of the following statements is true? a. Speed of the rock increases and its acceleration remains constant b. Speed of the rock decreases and its acceleration remains constant c. Speed and acceleration of the rock remains constant d. Speed of the rock remains constant and its acceleration increases

A rock is falling from the top of a cliff. Which of the following statements is true? a. Speed of the rock increases and its acceleration remains constant b. Speed of the rock decreases and its acceleration remains constant c. Speed and acceleration of the rock remains constant d. Speed of the rock remains constant and its acceleration increases

Glencoe Physics: Principles and Problems, Student Edition

1st Edition

ISBN:9780078807213

Author:Paul W. Zitzewitz

Publisher:Paul W. Zitzewitz

Chapter3: Accelerated Motion

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 3STP

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