What Is the Maximum Height of a Ball Thrown at 20m/s and 30 Degrees for 3.0s?

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The maximum height of a ball thrown at a velocity of 20 m/s at an angle of 30 degrees can be calculated using the kinematic equations of projectile motion. The relevant equation is derived from the vertical component of the initial velocity, which is 20 m/s * sin(30°) = 10 m/s. The maximum height can be determined using the formula h = (v^2) / (2g), where g is the acceleration due to gravity (approximately 9.81 m/s²). Substituting the values yields a maximum height of approximately 5.1 meters.

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1. A ball is thrown with a velocity of 20m/s at an angle of 30 degrees and travels 3.0s before hitting the ground. What is the maximum height of the ball?



2. I really am new to physics and have am not sure about the relevant equation. I do want to learn and don't want my work done for me so please point me in the right direction and explain a relevant equation.
 
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Draw a diagram and resolve the velocity vector into components, to start.
 

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