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emily27
Jul17-10, 05:28 PM
a ball having mass m is connected by a strong string of length L to a pivot point and held in place in a vertical position. a wind exerting constant force of magnitude F is blowing from left to right. if the ball is released from rest, show that the maximum height H it reaches, as measured from its initial height, is H = 2L/1 + (mg/F)^2

i am not sure where to start from.. please be specific and show your steps. thank you!

AJ Bentley
Jul18-10, 05:50 AM
Try resolving forces perpendicular to the string.