WAEC Physics 2023 Objective — Question 15
Question 15 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Physics 2023 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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A ball, P, is released from the roof of a building at the same time as another ball, Q, is thrown vertically upward from the base of the building. Which of the following statements is correct?
- A. The acceleration of P is greater than that of Q and both are in the same direction
- B. The acceleration of P is equal to that of Q and both are in the same directionCorrect
- C. The acceleration of P is equal to that of Q and are in opposite directions
- D. The acceleration of P is less than that of Q and both are in the same direction
Explanation
Both balls are in free fall/motion under gravity, so both experience the same acceleration due to gravity (g), acting downward — the same direction.
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