A body is thrown vertically upward. At the highest point, its acceleration is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A body is thrown vertically upward. At the highest point, its acceleration is
A. g downward
B. Variable
C. g upward
D. Zero
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
At highest point velocity is zero, but acceleration due to gravity is still g (9.8 m/s²) downward. This causes it to fall back. Acceleration constant throughout free fall.

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