Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Equations of motion

Equations of motion — practice question

Two markers $M_1$ and $M_2$ are arranged with a vertical separation of $h$. A steel ball is dropped at time zero from a point $x$ above $M_1$. The ball arrives at $M_1$ at time $t_1$ and reaches $M_2$ at time $t_2$. Its acceleration remains constant. Which expression gives the acceleration of the ball?

  • A$\frac{2h}{t_2^2}$
  • B$\frac{2h}{(t_2 + t_1)}$
  • C$\frac{2h}{(t_2 - t_1)^2}$
  • D$\frac{2h}{(t_2^2 - t_1^2)}$

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