Math Problem Statement
Billy Joe B. throws a rock at a tree because… reasons. He throws it 37.43m, and the rock takes 2.5s to reach the tree where it hits the ground right in front of it. What is the magnitude of the rock's final velocity if this is an angled projectile?
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Projectile Motion
Kinematics
Vector Magnitude
Formulas
Horizontal velocity: v_x = x / t
Vertical velocity: v_y = - g * t
Magnitude of final velocity: v_f = √(v_x^2 + v_y^2)
Theorems
Pythagorean Theorem
Kinematic Equations for Uniform Acceleration
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12
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