Projectile Motion comparing height and initial velocity

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around a problem related to projectile motion, specifically comparing the maximum heights and initial velocities of two projectiles launched at the same angle. Participants explore the relationship between height and initial speed using relevant equations.

Discussion Character

  • Homework-related
  • Mathematical reasoning

Main Points Raised

  • One participant proposes that the ratio of the initial speeds of the two projectiles is 4:1 based on the relationship between maximum height and time.
  • Another participant challenges this claim, suggesting the need for a formula that relates maximum height to initial velocity without involving time.
  • A later reply indicates a different answer of root(2) for the ratio of initial speeds, but it is unclear how this conclusion was reached.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the correct ratio of initial speeds, with differing answers presented and no agreement on the reasoning behind them.

Contextual Notes

There is a lack of clarity regarding the assumptions made in deriving the ratios, particularly concerning the relationship between height, time, and initial velocity. The discussion also does not resolve the mathematical steps leading to the proposed answers.

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Hey,
I came across this question in my textbook, and there isn't an answer for it in the back, so I would just like to check if I have my head around it.

The question is:
2 projectiles are launched at the same angle. Projectile 1 reaches a max height of twice that of the projectile 2. What is the ration of the initial speeds?

I said that they where in the ratio 4:1, as one of the formulas is: y=yo +voyt -0.5gt^2
and because the height is doubled, the time taken must also be doubled?
am I correct in saying this?

Thanks
 
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DarkBlitz said:
I said that they where in the ratio 4:1, as one of the formulas is: y=yo +voyt -0.5gt^2
and because the height is doubled, the time taken must also be doubled?
am I correct in saying this?
No.

Come up with a formula that relates max height with initial velocity without the need for the time.
 
I got an answer or root(2), is this correct?
 
DarkBlitz said:
I got an answer or root(2), is this correct?
Yes.
 
Thank you very much!
 

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