The speed of the car directly affects the distance the object is thrown. The faster the car is going, the greater the velocity of the object and the farther it will travel.
Yes, using the formula for projectile motion, we can calculate the initial velocity of the object based on its weight and the distance it is thrown. However, this calculation assumes that the car is traveling at a constant speed and that there are no other external forces acting on the object.
Several factors can affect the speed of the car and the distance the object is thrown, such as air resistance, the angle at which the object is thrown, and the surface the object is thrown on. These variables can all impact the velocity and trajectory of the object.
Yes, there is a limit to how fast the car can go. The speed of the car must be great enough to generate the necessary velocity for the object to travel 38ft, but it cannot exceed the maximum speed that the car is capable of reaching without causing damage or endangering those in or around the car.
The speed and distance would both be affected by a change in the weight of the object. A heavier object would require a faster car speed to achieve the same distance, while a lighter object would require a slower car speed. However, other factors such as air resistance and the angle of release would also play a role in the final distance achieved.