Simple curvilinear motion problem

In summary, simple curvilinear motion is a type of motion where an object moves along a curved path with constant speed and direction. It is different from uniform circular motion where the speed remains constant but the direction changes. Examples of simple curvilinear motion include a car on a curved road, a baseball being thrown, or a roller coaster going around a loop. The displacement of an object in simple curvilinear motion can be calculated by finding the difference between its initial and final positions along the curved path. Centripetal force plays a crucial role in simple curvilinear motion by keeping the object moving in a curved path and changing its direction.
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heres the diagram for the problem..

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Im just trying to find the horizontal distance the water hits the building at...the answer should be in terms of horizontal distance from point B.

Heres my work...any suggestions would be great...

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any ideas?
 

1. What is simple curvilinear motion?

Simple curvilinear motion is a type of motion where an object moves along a curved path, but its direction and speed remain constant.

2. How is simple curvilinear motion different from uniform circular motion?

In simple curvilinear motion, the direction and speed of the object remain constant, while in uniform circular motion, the speed remains constant but the direction changes constantly.

3. What are some examples of simple curvilinear motion?

Some examples of simple curvilinear motion include a car moving along a curved road, a baseball being thrown in a curved path, or a roller coaster going around a loop.

4. How do you calculate the displacement of an object in simple curvilinear motion?

The displacement of an object in simple curvilinear motion can be calculated by finding the difference between its initial and final positions along the curved path.

5. What is the role of centripetal force in simple curvilinear motion?

Centripetal force is the force that keeps an object moving in a curved path in simple curvilinear motion. It acts towards the center of the curve and is responsible for changing the direction of the object's velocity.

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