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Q · Motion in a Straight lineMedium · 45s
Which of the following is true about negative acceleration?
TopicMotion in a Straight line
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Negative acceleration implies decrease in speed — deceleration.
Final Answer: Option A — It is deceleration