Question

Motion of a particle falling under gravity near to the surface of the Earth is an example of _____.

• A. circular motion
• B. non-uniform motion
• C. uniform motion
• D. motion with non-uniform acceleration

Answer 1

The correct option is B non-uniform motion

The motion of a particle under gravity near the Earth's surface is uniformly accelerated motion. Its acceleration is roughly equal to $9.8m/s^2$, and is also known as acceleration due to gravity $\left(g\right)$.

We also know that the motion is not circular.

As the body is accelerating, its velocity changes. So, it is an example of non-uniform motion.