A-LevelPhysicsDynamics9702/12 · Oct/Nov 2023 · Q91 Mark

An object falls from a stationary helicopter and reaches terminal velocity. What happens to the acceleration of the object between leaving the helicopter and reaching terminal velocity?

AIt decreases to 9.81 m s⁻².

BIt decreases to zero.

CIt increases to 9.81 m s⁻².

DIt remains constant at 9.81 m s⁻².

✓ Correct answer

B: It decreases to zero.

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