Graphical Velocity Determination

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The discussion revolves around determining the initial velocity of a ball thrown on Planet Exidor, following a parabolic trajectory. The problem involves analyzing the ball's position at specific time intervals and its known velocity at t=1.00 s.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants are discussing the initial conditions of the problem, with one participant expressing uncertainty about how to approach the calculation of the initial velocity. Another participant suggests reviewing kinematic equations and considering the effects of gravity on the motion.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants exploring different aspects of the problem. Some guidance has been offered regarding the role of gravity in the vertical motion, but there is no clear consensus on the next steps or a solution yet.

Contextual Notes

The problem is constrained by the requirement to determine the initial velocity based on the provided information and the specific time intervals given. There is an emphasis on understanding the kinematic relationships involved.

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Below is the first in a series of questions that build on one another; however I cannot solve this initial one. Any help is appreciated.

A physics student on Planet Exidor throws a ball, and it follows the parabolic trajectory shown. The ball's position is shown at 1.00 s intervals until t=3.00 s. At t=1.00 s, the ball's velocity is v=(1.95i+2.32j) m/s. Determine the ball's velocity at t=0.00 s. (Enter your answer in component form. Input the x-component first, followed by the y-component.)
 

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what have you done so far? any quess or attempts you have tried?
 
I've been thinking it over for some time. I can't get anywhere with it. I've done nothing.
 
look at your kinematic equations and remember acceleration due to gravity is only in the y direction.
 

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