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The discussion focuses on solving a physics problem involving an object thrown vertically with an initial speed of 50 m/s and gravitational acceleration of 10 m/s². The user correctly applies the formula for distance, y = 1/2(-g)t² + v₀t, to determine the object's height after 1 second, arriving at a distance of 45 meters. This confirms the accuracy of the calculations and the understanding of kinematic equations in projectile motion.

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Hello everyone,
i am new to this forum so please excuse me if i haven't found the search function. o.k., i am struggling with the following problems. i really don't have cash to get a tutor so i am hoping some of y'all can help a brother out. i am not sure what formulas to use and why. They are pretty similar & are as follows:

1.AN OBJECT IS THROWN STRAIGHT UP FROM THE GROUND LEVEL WITH A SPEED OF 50M/S. IF g = 10M/S^2 ITS DISTANCE ABOVE GROUND LEVEL 1.0 SECOND LATER IS?



2. y = 1/2(-10)*1^2 + 50*1



3. i got 45m
 
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