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Standard 5.0 Physics

Topic A. Mechanics

Indicator 1. Develop an explanation of motion using the relationships among time, distance, velocity, and acceleration.

Objective a. Observe, describe, and compare the motions of objects using position, speed, velocity, and the direction.

Selected Response Item

Students dropped a tennis ball from heights of 2.00 meters and 1.00 meter. The students compared the heights of the ball after the first bounce of each drop.

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The diagrams below show the tennis ball after release and 10.00 centimeters before bouncing.

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Which statement best describes the motion of the tennis ball 10.00 centimeters before bouncing in each trial?

  1. The speed and position of the tennis ball is the same in both trials.
  2. The speed and direction of the tennis ball is the same in both trials.
  3. The velocity and position of the tennis ball is the same in both trials.
  4. The direction and position of the tennis ball is the same in both trials.
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Correct Answer:
D