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5 Equations of Motion Formulas
I have been attempting this physics problem for a while now. I am not sure how to begin to attempt this problem with the equations of motion formulas.
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mackenziesmith said:
Homework Statement: KINEMATICS HOMEWORK HELP
Homework Equations: 5 Equations of Motion Formulas

I have been attempting this physics problem for a while now. I am not sure how to begin to attempt this problem with the equations of motion formulas.
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Per forum rules, please post some attempt.
 
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haruspex said:
Per forum rules, please post some attempt.
I am not sure how to approach this problem with the given formulas. If anyone is able to help with a starting point, I would really appreciate it! :)
 
mackenziesmith said:
I am not sure how to approach this problem with the given formulas. If anyone is able to help with a starting point, I would really appreciate it! :)
Write equations for the coordinates of the ball as a function of time.
 
mackenziesmith said:
Homework Statement: KINEMATICS HOMEWORK HELP
Homework Equations: 5 Equations of Motion Formulas

I have been attempting this physics problem for a while now. I am not sure how to begin to attempt this problem with the equations of motion formulas.
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Use equation of trajectory for horizontal projectile
 
Start with kinematic equations for position as a function of acceleration and initial velocity. Since the problem does not specify a time of flight, you must solve these equations to be time-independent. Essentially, just find an equation for ##t## and plug it into the other equation and solve for the initial horizontal velocity.
 
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