Let $\vec v$ and $\vec a$ denote the velocity and acceleration respectively of a body in one-dimensional motion. Which of the following statements is correct regarding the speed of the body?

  • A
    $|\vec v|$ must decrease when $\vec a < 0$
  • B
    Speed will decrease when $\vec v > 0$ and $\vec a < 0$
  • C
    Speed will increase when both $\vec v < 0$ and $\vec a < 0$
  • D
    Both $(B)$ and $(C)$

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