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In the first problem, I think that the energy loss is between the 1/2mv^2 - mgh?

1. A ball with a mass of 0.5 kg is thrown straight up with an initial speed of 20 m/s. The ball reaches a maximum height of 15 m. (a) Give the energy loss due to air resistance. (b) What height would the ball have reached without air resistance? (c) What height would the ball have reached on the...