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armygirl

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on: Jul 29, 2018
In the first law of thermodynamics, Q is the heat gained by the system, that is, Q is positive if the system gains heat.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Once a basketball player's feet are off the floor in making a jump, the jumper's acceleration
 
  A) depends on launch speed.
  B) is usually greater for taller players.
  C) varies with body orientation.
  D) is g; no more, no less.
  E) all of the above


kingfahad97

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Reply #1 on: Jul 29, 2018
Answer to Question 1

TRUE

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D


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