A ball is thrown vertically upward.

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As a ball is thrown vertically upward, its velocity decreases until it reaches the peak, where the velocity is zero. After reaching the peak, the ball's velocity becomes negative as it begins to fall back down. The key concept is that gravity continuously acts on the ball, slowing it down as it ascends and accelerating it as it descends. Understanding this motion relies on recalling personal experiences with throwing objects. The problem emphasizes the importance of thinking through the physical principles involved.
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Describe what happens to its velocity as it moves up toward its peak. What is its velocity at its peak? Describe what happens to its velocity after it reaches its peak.

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You actually know what happens because you surely have thrown balls vertically upward. Just close your eyes, remember that memory and describe it. That's all the problem is asking for.
Also, the word "peak", which surely you know what's the meaning of, is actually shouting what velocity the ball has in it.
So all you have to do for answering the question, is starting to think.
 
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Yup, you're right I feel pretty dumb for not getting this at first.
 

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