The discussion focuses on calculating the speed of a 65kg diver upon hitting the water after diving from a height of 10 meters. The key equation to use is derived from the principles of physics, specifically the equations of motion under constant acceleration due to gravity. The diver's final speed can be calculated using the formula: v = √(2gh), where g is the acceleration due to gravity (approximately 9.81 m/s²) and h is the height (10 m). This results in a final speed of approximately 14.14 m/s upon impact with the water.
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Instead of worrying about extraneous variables, concentrate on what equation you would use to calculate the speed of the diver after he falls 10 m.Amelina Yoo said:Homework Statement
65kg diver dives off 10m tower. What is the divers speed on hitting the water?
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The Attempt at a Solution
I am not sure where to start. When I solve for one variable using an equation, I find that there is a variable within that equation that is yet to be found.
Thank you for any help :-)