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Can an object reverse the direction of its acceleration even though it continues to move in the same direction?

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No, Acceleration is a vector quantity. Change in direction implies change in acceleration.

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Say Yes or No:Can an object reverse the direction of its acceleration even though it continues to move in the same direction?

No, Acceleration is a vector quantity. Change in direction implies change in acceleration.

Say Yes or No:
Can an object reverse the direction of its acceleration even though it continues to move in the same direction?