Multiple choice When a ball bounces upon falling, which of the following principles is in action? Newton's Third Law of Motion Newton's Second Law of Motion Newton's First Law of Motion Hook's Law Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation When a ball hits the ground, it exerts a force on the ground, and the ground exerts an equal and opposite force on the ball, causing it to bounce. This is an application of Newton's Third Law.