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Homework Statement A rocket of mass 0.5kg is shot vertically and burns for 1.5s, providing a constant force of 22N. After 1.5s what is the height of the rocket above the ground? The Attempt at a Solution by taking m*g of the rocket (downwards force) away from the 22N force...

hmm.. It looks like your teacher may have made a mistake then. what was his answer? and yes "U" is initial Velocity

Use the formula V = (U^2 + 2gh)^1/2 to find the final velocity

Is anyone able to help with this?

Any help or another method to go about this would be much appreciated.

Homework Statement A Year 12 Physics student has a mass of 85kg and is planning to bungee jump from a 200m high tower with a Killer Python Snake strapped to his ankles. The student decides to place his life in your hands and will totally rely on your knowledge of physics. He requests you to...