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Chapter 2, Problem 12CQ
A ball is thrown straight up into the air. At each of the following instants, is the magnitude of the ball’s acceleration greater than g. equal to g. less than g, or 0? Explain.
a. Just after leaving your hand.
b. At the very top (maximum height).
c. Just before hitting the ground.
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