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Two objects are thrown vertically upwards simultaneously, one on the surface of Earth and the other on the surface of the Moon.Both have an initial velocity of 20 m/s. Both objects will take the same time
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Two objects are thrown vertically upwards simultaneously, one on the surface of Earth and the other on the surface of the Moon.Both have an initial velocity of 20 m/s. Both objects will take the same time to reach the highest point of their trajectory.Select one:O TrueO False

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False​

Explanation:

The maximum height is determined by the speed but also by the acceleration of gravity.

The acceleration of gravity is not the same on the Moon as it is on the earth, therefore, the maximum height will not be the same.

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