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Date May 2023 Marks available [Maximum mark: 1] Reference code 23M.1A.SL.TZ2.4
Level SL Paper 1A Time zone TZ2
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23M.1A.SL.TZ2.4

Ball 1 is released at rest from the top of a building. At the same instant in time, Ball 2 is projected horizontally from the same height. The effect of air resistance is negligible.

Which statement is true?


A.  The velocity on impact with the ground is the same for both balls.

B.  The time taken to hit the ground is greater for Ball 2.

C.  The speed on impact with the ground is the same for both balls.

D.  The velocity on impact with the ground is greater for Ball 2.

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