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Why is the horizontal component of a velocity remains constant in horizontal and inclined projection

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Answer:

This is because there is no acceleration in the horizontal direction

Step-by-step explanation:

This is because, the only acceleration affecting the object in horizontal and inclined projection is the acceleration due to gravity, which is directed the vertical downward direction. There is a velocity change only in the vertical direction and none in the horizontal direction because, there is no acceleration in the horizontal direction. So, its velocity remains constant.

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