Double check parabolic trajectory answers

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In a parabolic trajectory, the acceleration and the horizontal component of velocity remain constant, while speed and the vertical component of velocity do not. The discussion confirms that the answers provided are correct, with a focus on understanding the behavior of projectile motion. Air resistance is neglected in this analysis, simplifying the problem. The user expresses gratitude for the confirmation of their answers. The key takeaway is the distinction between constant and variable quantities in projectile motion.
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As a projectile moves through its parabolic trajectory, which of these quantities, if any, remain constant? (Neglect air resistance. Select all that apply.)
True acceleration
True horizontal component of velocity
False speed
False vertical component of velocity
False none of these

True = Constant
False = Not_Constant

Could someone please check my answers to this problem. I want to make sure I don't have any incorrect.

Many THANKS in advance.
 
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They are correcct.
 
Thanks, qspeechc for checking.
 

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