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Which of the following best describes the direction and magnitude of the net force on the pebble when it is momentarily at rest at its highest point?

Options

  1. AThe net force is upward and equal to zero.
  2. BThe net force is upward and greater than zero.
  3. CThe net force is downward and greater than zero.
  4. DThe net force is downward and equal to zero.

Correct answer

C. The net force is downward and greater than zero.

Step-by-step solution

Correct Option is : (C) The net force is downward and greater than zero.

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