Can Acceleration and Motion Principles Solve These Physics Problems?

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The discussion focuses on solving physics problems related to acceleration and motion principles. Key conclusions include that runner A's speed will indeed be twice that of runner B after a given time due to differing accelerations, while the assertion that both velocity and acceleration of a ball are zero at the top of its flight is incorrect. The correct height from which an object is thrown can be calculated using the equations of motion, with specific examples provided for both downward and upward thrown objects. The average speed for an 80.4-km trip completed in 0.75 hours is calculated as 107.2 km/h.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic kinematics equations, including v = d/t and (delta D) = v1(change in time) + 1/2a(change in time)²
  • Knowledge of acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s²)
  • Familiarity with concepts of velocity and acceleration in physics
  • Ability to perform calculations involving significant figures
NEXT STEPS
  • Study the kinematic equations in detail, focusing on their applications in various motion scenarios
  • Learn how to analyze projectile motion, including vertical and horizontal components
  • Explore the concept of significant figures and their importance in physics calculations
  • Practice solving real-world physics problems involving acceleration and motion
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Homework Statement



1.Two runners accelerate from rest with the acceleration of runner A twice that of runner B. After accelerating for a given time, the speed of runner A will be twice that of runner B.
is this right or wrong?

2.An ball is thrown vertically upward. At the top of its flight, both the ball's velocity and acceleration are zero.
Is this right or wrong?

3.An object is thrown downward with a speed of 10 m/s from a bridge. Accelerating under gravity (9.8 m/s2), the object strikes the water 1.8 s later. From what height above the water was the object thrown? (Assume 2 significant digits.)
what is the right answer?

4.A stone is thrown downward from a window. Accelerating under gravity (9.8 m/s2), the stone hits the ground 2.6 s later with a speed of 20.0 m/s. From what height above the ground was it thrown?
what is the right answer?

5.An 80.4-km trip takes a time of 0.75 h to complete. The average speed, expressed in the correct manner, is?

6.An rockis thrown vertically upward at 25.0 m/s. If it experiences an acceleration due to gravity of 9.8 m/s2 [down], what is the rock's velocity 3.0 s later?

Homework Equations



v2=v1+a(change in time)
v=d/t
(delta D)= v1(change in time) +1/2a (change in time)squared
there are some more that i probably don't know

The Attempt at a Solution



1. i got that number 1 is wrong
2.i got that number 2 is right
3. i got 27m
4,5,6 i had no clue

HELP ME FAST PLEASE!
 
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for question 4 i got 85m
 
for question 5 i got
107.2 i don't know which way is right is it
1)
1.1 × 102 km/h
2)
107.2 km/h
4 )
1 × 102 km/h
5)
1.072 × 102 km/h
 
for 6 i got -4.4
i used v2=v1 +a(change in time)
v2+25+(-9.8)(3.0)
i got -4.4
Therefore it has hit the ground?
 
1) is right. 2) is wrong. You tell me why. That's a really bad start. Those were easy. And it doesn't get better after that. You don't understand this stuff well enough for a quick answer to really help you. Ask these questions again, one at a time, when you have the time to actually learn this subject.
 
nvm i got it all
 
That's good. You learn quickly.
 
im stupid sometimes its so easy i think it can't be like that lol
 

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