How Do You Calculate the Velocity of a Stone in Projectile Motion?

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To calculate the velocity of a stone thrown horizontally at 5 meters per second after 0.2 seconds, one must consider both horizontal and vertical components of motion. The horizontal velocity remains constant at 5 m/s, while the vertical velocity can be calculated using the formula v = gt, where g is the acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s²) and t is time (0.2 s). This results in a vertical velocity of approximately 1.96 m/s downward. The overall velocity can then be determined using the Pythagorean theorem to combine the horizontal and vertical components. Understanding these principles is essential for solving projectile motion problems effectively.
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Homework Statement


Astone is thrown horizontally with an initial velocity of 5 metres per second. What is the magntude and direction of its velocity 0.2s later? Take the acceleration of free fall to be 9.8 metres per second squared and ignore friction.

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