Answer:
Option b. it has the same position and the same acceleration as A
Explanation:
Now, let's examine each statement:
a. it has the same position and the same velocity as A
At the moment B overtakes A, they share the same location. However, their velocities cannot match, or else ball B wouldn't be able to pass ball A. Thus, this statement is false.
b. it has the same position and the same acceleration as A
As established before, their positions coincide, and both balls are subjected to gravitational acceleration, making this statement true.
c. it has the same velocity and the same acceleration as A
While the accelerations are identical, their velocities differ, rendering this statement false.
d. it has the same displacement and the same velocity as A
Though they have traveled the same distance, their velocities are not the same, thus this statement is false.
e. it has the same position, displacement and velocity as A
While their position and displacement match, their velocities do not, so this statement is false.
Therefore, only option b is correct.
