Calculate Golf Ball Velocity Components: x & y

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To calculate the velocity components of a golf ball hit at a 35-degree angle with an initial velocity of 86.4 m/s, the horizontal (x) and vertical (y) components can be derived using trigonometric functions. The y-component is approximately 49.6 m/s, while the x-component is around 70.8 m/s. These values were confirmed as correct by other participants in the discussion. The use of sine and cosine functions is appropriate for this type of problem. Accurate calculations are essential for understanding projectile motion in golf.
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A golf ball leaves an 8 iron at an angle of 35.0 degrees at a velocity of 86.4 m/s. Determine the horizontal [x] and vertical [y] components of the velocity.


There really were no equations for this, I attempted to use my protractor and ruler for this problem and ended up with a triangle. I used sin and cos to find my components, but I'm not so certain.



I got 49.6 m/s for the y-component and 70.8 m/s for the x-component. Any idea if those are right?
 
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Yes, those are right. (approximately, of course)
 

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