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Motion in a Plane: Projectile Motion Basics MCQ

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Projectile Motion BasicsEasyQuestion 5301

Question

The path of a projectile (in absence of air resistance) is:
  1. A
    Circular
  2. B
    Parabolic
    Correct
  3. C
    Elliptical
  4. D
    Straight line

Correct answer

Parabolic

Explanation

In absence of air resistance, a projectile follows a parabolic path. Horizontal velocity is constant while vertical velocity changes under gravity.

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