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Definition of a Projectile

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At the top of the velocity of the trajectory of a projectile the acceleration is

A

zero

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g

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maximum

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minimum

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The correct option is C g
At the top of the velocity of the trajectory of a projectile, the horizontal velocity and acceleration do not change during the time of flight. The acceleration is always $g$ .
The correct option is B.

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