Physics Problem: Can a Biker Make a 45m Gap Jump at 20m/s and 30 Degrees?

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In summary, the biker is attempting to clear a 45m gap at a speed of 20m/s and a jump angle of 30 degrees. To solve this problem, the initial velocities for the vertical and horizontal components can be calculated using the given information. From there, equations can be used to determine the time and displacement. While the process may take some time, it is relatively straightforward.
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will the biker make the jump?

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a stunt biker is trying to clear a gap of 45m, he is traveling at 20m/s and the jump angle is 30 degrees. the question is will he make the gap traveling at this speed? i am stuck as to how to start this problem any help would be greatly appriciated.:smile:

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this is easy
they give u the angle and initial velocity so u can find out initial velocities for both vertical and horizontal components by multiplying 20*cos30 and 20*sin 30
then u can use an equation to find the time and then use another equation to get the displacement
simple stuff really
just takes a while
 
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thanks i was thinking along thoose lines...but wasnt sure
 

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