Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Representation of data

Representation of data — practice question

A small object is launched from point $O$ with speed $V\,\text{m s}^{-1}$ at an angle of $45^\circ$ above the horizontal. After $t\,\text{s}$ have elapsed since projection, its horizontal displacement from $O$ is $x\,\text{m}$ and its vertical displacement upwards from $O$ is $y\,\text{m}$.
(i)[4]

Write $x$ and $y$ as functions of $t$, and then deduce the equation of the trajectory.

(ii)[2]

The object goes through the point with coordinates $(24, 18)$. Determine $V$.

(iii)[3]

The object passes through two points that are $22.5\,\text{m}$ above the level of $O$. Determine the corresponding values of $x$.

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