How Do You Calculate the Initial Height of a Block on a Frictionless Ramp?

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To calculate the initial height of a block on a frictionless ramp, additional information is necessary, such as the block's velocity or other relevant parameters. The problem currently lacks sufficient details to derive a numerical value, suggesting that the solution may need to be expressed in terms of variables. The ramp's height of 2.6 meters is noted, but without further data, a specific calculation cannot be performed. Participants in the discussion emphasize the importance of having complete information to solve the problem accurately. Clarifying these details will lead to a more precise answer.
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I need help!

I have a 426g block on a frictionless ramp with initial height, h. The ramp curves, where the height is 2.6 meters before it flies off. I need to know the initial height, can someone please help? :smile:
 
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can you give us more info about this . Or is that all you know.
 
There must be some more information in this problem, unless if your teacher just wants you to express your answer in variables. Perhaps a velocity would help us out?
 
some more information relevant to the problem must be given to solve for a numerical value otherwise your solution will be a general solution involving variables...
 

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