Q196 · Practice questionComplex familiar1 mark
QUESTION 196
The graph shows the vertical velocity of a projectile, with upward positive. What maximum height does it reach above its launch point?
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WORKED SOLUTION
1 markAnswer A
ANSWER
A.
Worked solution
The maximum height occurs at , when . Vertical displacement is the triangular area under the graph: . The negative area after the apex is not included.
Equivalent physically justified methods and consistent equivalent units accepted.
Displayed decimals are model answers; accept appropriate significant figures and consistent rounding from stated constants.
Select A.
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