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The problem involves analyzing the acceleration of a ball thrown vertically upward at different points in its trajectory, specifically comparing it to the acceleration due to gravity, denoted as g.

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  • Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

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  • Participants discuss the nature of gravitational acceleration at various points of the ball's motion, questioning whether the acceleration is greater than, equal to, or less than g. Some participants explore the distinction between acceleration and velocity.

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The discussion includes differing perspectives on the constancy of g and its implications for the ball's acceleration throughout its motion. Some participants provide clarifications regarding the nature of gravitational acceleration, while others express confusion about the relationship between acceleration and velocity.

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Participants reference the importance of understanding gravitational acceleration and suggest reviewing textbook material for further clarification.

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A ball is thrown straight up into the air. At each of the following instants, is the magnitude of the ball's acceleration greater than g, equal to g, less than g, or zero

a) just after leaving your hand? ________

b)At the very top (maximum height)?__________

c) just before hitting the ground?__________
 
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g doesn't change. All of them = g.
 
even though when the ball leaves your hand is still equal to g, wouldn't it be greater??
 
You are thinking about velocity. That changes, but g does not. g is the change in velocity near the surface of earth. If you're still confused you should read your textbook. All of them gives a good description of g.
 
ok thanks i will
 

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