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To determine if the tennis ball clears the net, first calculate the time it takes to reach the net by using the horizontal distance of 7m and the horizontal component of the initial velocity. The horizontal velocity is found by multiplying the initial speed (20 m/s) by the cosine of the launch angle (5 degrees). Next, use the time calculated to find the vertical position of the ball at that moment, factoring in the initial height of 2m and the vertical motion equations. Finally, compare the calculated height of the ball to the net height of 1m to see if it clears the net. This approach will provide a clear answer to the question.
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hi, i was trying to figure out how to tackle this physics question, but I am a little stuck. the question is:

a tennis player, playing for a match hits a ball 2m above the groung. the ball leaves his racquet with a speed of 20m/s at an angel of 5 above the horizontal. the horizontal distance to the net is 7m and the net heigh is 1m does the ball clear the net?

i've diagram to help me and I am just stuck about where to start. thanks for helping me.
 
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How long does it take the ball to reach the net, i.e., traverse the distance of 7m?

What is it's height at the time?
 

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