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The discussion centers on a physics problem involving two masses, where a small mass m1 (2.0 kg) is on a frictionless incline connected to a heavier mass m2 (10 kg). Upon release, m2 falls 2.5 meters before sticking to the ground, while m1 ascends the incline and is launched as a projectile. The task is to determine the maximum altitude reached by m1 relative to the ground, assuming a smooth transition as it leaves the incline.

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challenging question! think you're smart enough?

here is a very good questioninvolving inclines and projectile motion. please answer in full show your work and answers.

A small mass m1=2.0kg, sits on a frictionless incline attached to a heavy mass m2=10kg. when the system is released, m2 falls 2.5m then sticks to the ground, while m1 travels up the incline and is then launched as a projectile. determine the altitude w.r.t the ground reached by m1. (assume smooth transition as m1 leaves the incline.)
 
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