Rank the vertical component of velocity?

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The discussion centers on ranking the vertical components of initial velocity for projectiles based on their launch angles. The user initially ranked the angles B, A, C, and D using the sine function, but received feedback indicating that this ranking was incorrect. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the relationship between launch angles and vertical velocity components, particularly in projectile motion analysis.

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Homework Statement


Rank the vertical component of the initial velocity of each projectile, greatest first.

Homework Equations


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The Attempt at a Solution


I took the sine of the angles, the angles are ranked B>A>C>D you can see this visually as well as looking at the maximums. why isn't this correct?
 

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isukatphysics69 said:

Homework Statement


Rank the vertical component of the initial velocity of each projectile, greatest first.

Homework Equations


n/a

The Attempt at a Solution


I took the sine of the angles, the angles are ranked B>A>C>D you can see this visually as well as looking at the maximums. why isn't this correct?

What makes you think it's wrong?
 
PeroK said:
What makes you think it's wrong?
The online program said i was incorrect. I solved that one, but now i am trying to find which one has the maximum velocity at the landing area
 
isukatphysics69 said:
solved that one
A=C, right?
 

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