Problem 3.18 A diver running 2.3 {\ m m/s} dives out horizontally from the edge

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Problem 3.18

A diver running 2.3 { m m/s} dives out horizontally from the edge of a vertical cliff and 3.5 { m s} later reaches the water below.

Part A

How high was the cliff?

Express your answer using two significant figures.

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Part B

How far from its base did the diver hit the water?

Express your answer using two significant figures.

Problem 3.18

A diver running 2.3 { m m/s} dives out horizontally from the edge of a vertical cliff and 3.5 { m s} later reaches the water below.

Part A

How high was the cliff?

Express your answer using two significant figures.

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Part B

How far from its base did the diver hit the water?

Express your answer using two significant figures.

h = { m m}

The distance is calculated as,

dx = v * t = 2.3 * 3.5 = 8.05 m

The required distance is,

h = 0.5gt^2 = 0.5*9.8*3.5*3.5 = 60.025 m = 60 m

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