How high does the ball rise before falling?

Thread starter Goopy17
Start date Sep 21, 2011
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To determine how high a ball rises when thrown straight up with an initial velocity of 24 m/s, the relevant physics equations involve kinematics, particularly the equations of motion under constant acceleration due to gravity. The key formula to use is the one that relates initial velocity, final velocity, acceleration, and displacement. The ball will rise until its velocity reaches zero, at which point it starts to fall back down. Understanding these concepts is essential for solving the problem effectively. Proper application of the formulas will yield the maximum height reached by the ball.

Sep 21, 2011

Goopy17

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A ball is thrown straight up. If its initial velocity is 24m/s, how high does it rise before it begins falling down?

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This one is very frustrating to me. My teacher doesn't teach us, he just gives us the homework and formulas. Please help!

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Sep 21, 2011

lewando

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So what formulas do you have that you think might be relevant?

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