Question

a ball is tossed vertically into the air. when the ball reaches its highest point, what is its acceleration

Answer 1

9.81 m/s^2 downwards

Step-by-step explanation:

At the top only weight acts on the ball. Therefore,

`net \: force = ma \\ weight = ma \\ mg = ma \\ a = g \\ a = 9.81 {ms}^( - 2)`