Projectile Motion XY Plane: Solving for Height & Time

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The problem involves projectile motion in the XY plane, specifically analyzing the trajectory of a ball tossed from a building with an initial velocity at an angle below the horizontal. The discussion focuses on calculating horizontal distance, height, and time related to the ball's motion.

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  • The original poster attempts to solve for horizontal distance and height using kinematic equations but expresses difficulty with certain calculations. Some participants suggest specific equations for height and time, while others question how to apply these equations effectively.

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Participants are exploring various equations related to projectile motion. Some guidance has been offered regarding the use of specific formulas, but there is still uncertainty about how to apply them to find time in one of the parts of the problem. Multiple interpretations of the problem are being discussed.

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The original poster mentions having solved part of the problem but feels they are missing something for the remaining parts. There is an emphasis on using kinematic equations, and the discussion includes specific values and conditions related to the motion of the ball.

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Homework Statement



A ball is tossed from a building. The ball is given an intial velocity of 8.00 m/s at an angle of 20 degrees below the horizontal. It strikes the ground 3.00s later.
a) how far horizontally from the base of the building does the ball strike the ground?
b) Find the height from which the ball was thrown.
c) How long does it take the ball to reach a point 10m below the level of launching

Homework Equations


Kinematic equations.


The Attempt at a Solution


I solved part a with no problem. 22.5m. However, I can't come up with the others using the kinematics or trig. I am missing something somewhere.
The vel in the x direction is 7.5m/s and the vel in the y is 2.74 m/s.
Thats all i got.
 
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For (b) use
h = Vx*t + 1/2*g*t^2
For (c)
Vxf^2 =Vxi^2 + 2*g*h'
 
ok got b). How can I use that equation for c) when it is asking for time?
 
h = Vx*t + 1/2*g*t^2
Use the above formula and put h = 10 m and solve for t.
 

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