CH 3: Vertical projectile motion
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What is the primary force acting on a projectile in vertical motion?

  • Centripetal force
  • Air resistance
  • Gravitational force (correct)
  • Magnetic force

What is the value of the acceleration due to gravity (g) near the Earth's surface?

  • 3.14 m/s²
  • 6.67 m/s²
  • 10 m/s²
  • 9.8 m/s² (correct)

Which equation represents the velocity of a projectile at time t?

  • V = Vi² + 2gS
  • V = Vi + g × t (correct)
  • V = Vi - g × t
  • V = Vi × t + (1/2) g × t²

What type of graph represents the height of a projectile over time?

<p>Position-Time graph (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which equation is used to calculate the final velocity (Vf) of a projectile?

<p>Vf² = Vi² + 2gS (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of conducting physical experiments like dropping or throwing objects?

<p>To demonstrate the theoretical concepts of projectile motion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technique can provide accurate measurements of time, velocity, and displacement for a detailed study of projectile motion?

<p>Employing a ticker tape timer or video analysis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of a real-life scenario that can be used to illustrate the concepts of vertical projectile motion?

<p>A car accelerating on a level road (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of understanding the direction selection (positive or negative) when studying vertical projectile motion?

<p>It helps differentiate between upward and downward motion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is TRUE regarding the impact of gravitational acceleration on objects in vertical projectile motion, assuming negligible air resistance?

<p>Gravitational acceleration is constant for all objects, regardless of their mass (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended method for studying vertical projectile motion?

<p>Using computer simulations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an essential skill emphasized in the study of vertical projectile motion?

<p>Developing analytical and problem-solving skills (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios would NOT be considered a real-life application of vertical projectile motion?

<p>A rocket launching into space (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of conducting physical experiments like dropping or throwing objects in the study of vertical projectile motion?

<p>To understand the practical aspects of the concepts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which equation is used to calculate the maximum height reached by a projectile in vertical motion?

<p>$v_0^2 = 2gh$ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is TRUE regarding the impact of gravitational acceleration on objects in vertical projectile motion, assuming negligible air resistance?

<p>Gravitational acceleration is constant for all objects, regardless of their mass (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technique is recommended in the text for obtaining accurate measurements of time, velocity, and displacement in a detailed study of projectile motion?

<p>Analyzing video recordings (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is NOT true about the equations of motion used in the study of vertical projectile motion?

<p>They account for the effects of air resistance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary force acting on a projectile in vertical motion, according to the text?

<p>Gravitational force (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the velocity and time for an object in vertical projectile motion?

<p>The velocity changes linearly with time, increasing on the way up and decreasing on the way down. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an object is thrown vertically upward with an initial velocity of 20 m/s, what is its velocity at the highest point?

<p>0 m/s (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an object is dropped from a height of 50 meters, what is its final velocity just before hitting the ground, assuming negligible air resistance?

<p>$\sqrt{980}$ m/s (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which equation correctly represents the displacement of an object in vertical projectile motion at time t?

<p>$S = V_i t + \frac{1}{2} g t^2$ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an object is thrown vertically upward with an initial velocity of 30 m/s, what is its maximum height reached?

<p>$\frac{900}{9.8}$ m (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which graph represents the acceleration of an object in vertical projectile motion over time?

<p>A flat line parallel to the time axis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an object is thrown vertically upward with an initial velocity of 40 m/s, what is its velocity after 3 seconds?

<p>-29.4 m/s (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following equations correctly represents the relationship between the final velocity, initial velocity, and displacement for an object in vertical projectile motion?

<p>$V_f^2 = V_i^2 + 2gS$ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an object is thrown vertically downward with an initial velocity of 20 m/s, what is its velocity after 2 seconds?

<p>-39.6 m/s (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect emphasized in the summary of understanding vertical projectile motion?

<p>The relevance of selecting the correct direction for motion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which method is suggested in the text to accurately measure time, velocity, and displacement in a detailed study of projectile motion?

<p>Employing ticker tape timers or video recordings (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In vertical projectile motion, what do mathematical calculations primarily focus on solving?

<p>Solving for time of flight and maximum height reached (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What real-life scenarios are NOT mentioned in the text as examples of applications of vertical projectile motion?

<p>Fishing with a rod and reel (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential concept that studying vertical projectile motion helps develop?

<p>Enhancing analytical and problem-solving skills (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is NOT true regarding the impact of gravitational acceleration on objects in vertical projectile motion?

<p>Gravitational acceleration varies based on the shape of the object (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of choosing the correct positive or negative direction in studying vertical projectile motion?

<p>It influences the sign of velocity and displacement values (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of analysis provides accurate measurements in the study of projectile motion for a detailed understanding?

<p>Ticker tape timers or video recordings (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of experiments help in practical understanding related to projectile motion?

<p>Dropping objects from different heights or throwing them upward (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an object is thrown vertically upward with an initial velocity of 25 m/s, and the acceleration due to gravity is 9.8 m/s², what is the maximum height reached by the object?

<p>$\frac{25^2}{2 \times 9.8}$ m (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An object is thrown vertically downward with an initial velocity of 15 m/s. If the acceleration due to gravity is 9.8 m/s², what is the velocity of the object after 3 seconds?

<p>44.8 m/s (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An object is thrown vertically upward with an initial velocity of 30 m/s. If the acceleration due to gravity is 9.8 m/s², what is the displacement of the object after 4 seconds?

<p>-45.9 m (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an object is thrown vertically upward with an initial velocity of 20 m/s, and the acceleration due to gravity is 9.8 m/s², what is the time taken for the object to reach its maximum height?

<p>$\frac{20}{2 \times 9.8}$ s (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An object is thrown vertically downward from a height of 50 m with an initial velocity of 10 m/s. If the acceleration due to gravity is 9.8 m/s², what is the final velocity of the object just before hitting the ground?

<p>31.8 m/s (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An object is thrown vertically upward with an initial velocity of 40 m/s. If the acceleration due to gravity is 9.8 m/s², what is the velocity of the object after 3 seconds?

<p>-29.4 m/s (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An object is thrown vertically upward with an initial velocity of 25 m/s. If the acceleration due to gravity is 9.8 m/s², what is the maximum height reached by the object, and what is its velocity at that point?

<p>32.1 m, 0 m/s (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An object is thrown vertically downward from a height of 100 m with an initial velocity of 20 m/s. If the acceleration due to gravity is 9.8 m/s², what is the total time taken for the object to hit the ground?

<p>7.65 s (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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