Question

A boy throws a ball up and catches it when the ball falls back. In which part of the motion the ball is accelerating?

• A. During upward motion
• B. During downward motion
• C. When the ball comes to rest
• D. When the boy catches the ball

Answer 1

The correct option is B

During downward motion

As the ball goes up, its speed decreases. As it comes down, its speed increases. Thus, it accelerates while coming down.