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The acceleration due to gravity of the ball at the highest point, considering downwards as negative, is \(~\text{m/s}^2\).

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9.8

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-9.8

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Solution

The correct option is C -9.8
It is the acceleration due to gravity, g, which is always downwards. So, \(-9.8~\text{m/s}^2\)

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