A Bicyclist Is Riding at a Constant Speed Along a Straight-Line

Multiple Choice

A bicyclist is riding at a constant speed along a straight-line path. The rider throws a ball straight up to a height a few meters above her head. Ignoring air resistance, where will the ball land?

A) behind the rider
B) in front of the rider
C) in the same hand that threw the ball
D) in the opposite hand to the one that threw it
E) This cannot be determined without knowing the speed of the rider and the maximum height of the ball.