$A$ body is projected vertically upward from the surface of the Earth. If the upward direction is taken as positive,then the acceleration of the body during its upward and downward journey are respectively:

  • A
    Positive,negative
  • B
    Negative,negative
  • C
    Positive,positive
  • D
    Negative,positive

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