Projectile Motion
 

Projectile Motion problem 32


Two projectiles, X and Y, are fired into the air from the same place on level ground and reach the same maximum height.




Projectile X is fired vertically upwards and projectile Y is fired at an angle to the horizontal.


Air resistance is negligible. Which statement is correct?


  • X and Y are at rest at their maximum heights.

  • X and Y are fired with the same speed.

  • X and Y take the same time to return to the ground.

  • X and Y travel the same distance


 

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