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Motion in a Straight Line: Free Fall MCQ

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Free FallEasyQuestion 5210

Question

A stone is thrown vertically upward. At the highest point, its velocity is:
  1. A
    Maximum
  2. B
    u (initial velocity)
  3. C
    g
  4. D
    Zero
    Correct

Correct answer

Zero

Explanation

At the highest point, the stone momentarily stops before returning. Its velocity is zero, though acceleration due to gravity still acts downward.