Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Kinematics of motion in a straight line
Kinematics of motion in a straight line — practice question
A particle is let go from rest at a point $H$ m above the horizontal ground and travels straight downwards. It goes past a point $35$ m above the ground at a speed of $(V - 10)$ m s$^{-1}$ and then hits the ground at speed $V$ m s$^{-1}$. Find
(i)[3]
the required value of $V$.
(ii)[2]
the required value of $H$.
Worked solution & mark scheme
This 5-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: “Apply $v^2 = u^2 + 2gs$ to set up an equation in $V$” …