A-LevelPhysicsKinematics9702/12 · Feb/Mar 2019 · Q91 Mark
In the absence of air resistance, a ball thrown horizontally from a tower with velocity v, will land after time T seconds. If, however, air resistance is taken into account, which statement is correct?
AThe ball lands with a horizontal velocity less than v after more than T seconds.
BThe ball lands with a horizontal velocity less than v after T seconds.
CThe ball lands with a horizontal velocity v after more than T seconds.
DThe ball lands with a horizontal velocity v after T seconds.
✓ Correct answer
A: The ball lands with a horizontal velocity less than v after more than T seconds.
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