Taking upward as the positive direction

PHYSICS · Subjective · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Force and Translational Dynamics · Force and Translational Dynamics

Problem

Taking upward as the positive direction, state the sign and numerical value (with unit) of the acceleration due to gravity acting on a freely falling body near Earth’s surface.

Related theory

Free-Fall & Vertical Motion
Gravitation
Acceleration Due to Gravity (g)
Gravitational Field & Acceleration
Variation of g
Universal law of gravitation
Laws of Motion
Acceleration

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