Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Representation of data
Representation of data — practice question
Particle $P$ is projected from point $O$ on horizontal ground with speed $V\,\text{m s}^{-1}$ at an angle of $30^\circ$ above the horizontal. When $2\,\text{s}$ have passed since projection, $OP$ is at an angle of $15^\circ$ above the horizontal.
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Calculate the value of $V$.
Worked solution & mark scheme
This 4-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: “Takes the horizontal component to be $X=2V\cos 30$” …