Mark observes that when his father throws a basketball, it bounces higher than when Mark throws the same ball. He wonders, "Is this because my dad is much taller than me?&q…

Question

Mark observes that when his father throws a basketball, it bounces higher than when Mark throws the same ball. He wonders, "Is this because my dad is much taller than me?" What can Mark do to best answer his question? Shop for another basketball. Throw the ball from different heights. Watch a basketball game. Ask his father why he thinks this happens.

Answer 1

The answer is b because all of them move at the same time

Answer 2

Answer: B: Throw the ball from different heights.

Explanation: Mark is wondering if the ball bounced higher because his father is taller than him. If he throws the ball from different heights then he could find out if it was because his father is taller.