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3.3.5 Solve simple projectile problems (A-level only)

3.3.5 Solve simple projectile problems (A-level only)

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Question 37

A particle P P\,P is projected from the ground with velocity k(3i+4j)ms−1k(3\mathbf{i} + 4\mathbf{j})\text{ms}^{-1}k(3i+4j)ms−1, where k k\,k is a constant. Given the greatest height reached by P P\,P is 24m above the ground.

a.

Find the exact value of kkk.

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b.

Find the horizontal distance travelled.

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