Toy Car Projectile Motion problem

In summary, the toy car took 0.441 seconds to hit the floor, and during that time, it traveled a horizontal distance of 3.13 meters. This suggests that its horizontal velocity was approximately 7.11 m/s.
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Homework Statement


Kellie’s toy car is sliding across the top of a table, which is 0.953 meters high. If the toy car slides off the table and hits the floor a distance of 3.13 meters from the base of the table

How long did it take for the toy car to hit the floor? 0.441 s
-Correct

With what horizontal velocity was the toy car moving when it left the table top?


Homework Equations



Vox = Vx
X=VoxT

Vy=Voy + at
y=voyt + 1/2at^2
Vy^2 = Voy^2 + 2ay


The Attempt at a Solution


 
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Well, it in the time that it took to fall (0.441 s), it moved a horizontal distance of 3.13 m. What does that tell you about its horizontal speed?
 

What is the "Toy Car Projectile Motion problem"?

The "Toy Car Projectile Motion problem" is a physics problem that involves studying the motion of a toy car as it is launched into the air and travels through space before landing on a surface. It is a common problem used in physics classrooms to demonstrate principles of projectile motion.

What factors affect the motion of a toy car in this problem?

The factors that affect the motion of a toy car in this problem include the initial launch angle, the initial velocity, the force of gravity, and air resistance. These factors determine the trajectory and distance traveled by the toy car.

How do you calculate the trajectory of the toy car in this problem?

The trajectory of the toy car can be calculated using the equations of projectile motion, which take into account the initial velocity, launch angle, and the acceleration due to gravity. These equations can be solved using basic algebra and trigonometry.

What real-life applications does the "Toy Car Projectile Motion problem" have?

The principles of projectile motion used in the "Toy Car Projectile Motion problem" have many real-life applications, such as understanding the trajectory of a baseball or golf ball, calculating the flight path of a rocket, and predicting the motion of objects in sports like basketball or soccer.

How can this problem be modified for more advanced study?

The "Toy Car Projectile Motion problem" can be modified for more advanced study by introducing factors like air resistance, non-uniform initial velocity, and varying launch angles. It can also be used to study the effects of different surfaces on the motion of the toy car and to explore concepts such as energy conservation and friction.

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