Which of the following scenarios is an example of projectile motion (neglect air resistance) after the object is released?

• A. A ball is launched horizontally from the edge of a table and follows a curved path as it falls.
• B. A stone is dropped straight down from rest and falls vertically with no horizontal motion.
• C. A hockey puck slides across ice while slowing down due to friction.
• D. A car travels at constant speed in a straight line on a level road.

Answer: (A)