Calculating Height h from a Projectile Launched at A

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To calculate the height h of a projectile launched at an angle of 60 degrees with an initial velocity of 24 m/s, it is essential to first determine the time of flight using the horizontal motion equations. The assumption that the vertical velocity v_y equals zero at the impact point is incorrect; instead, the time should be derived from the horizontal distance. By substituting this time into the vertical motion equations, height can be expressed as a function of both horizontal distance and launch angle. After substituting the known values for distance and angle, the height can be accurately calculated. This method ensures a correct solution to the problem.
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Homework Statement


A projectile launched at A with an initial velocity of 24 m/s at the angle θ=60deg, impacts the vertical wall at B. Neglecting air resistance, calculate the height h

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Here is my solution

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As you can see to find height h I assumed that ##v_y=0## in the second of Eqs. (f) and solved for time.
Is this correct or should I have solved first equation of (g) to find time and then solve for y?
 
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Alexanddros81 said:
I assumed that ##v_y=0##
Then don't. There is no basis for such an assumption.
Yes, find t first.
 
Look at your equations labeled (e). The first equation can be used to find an expression for t in terms of x and θ. Substitute that in the second equation and you will have y as a function of x and θ. Substitute the given numbers for x and θ to find h.
 
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