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  • 12-01-2017
  • Physics
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A rock falls off the edge of a cliff and strikes the ground after 3.8 s. What is the height of the cliff? Assume air resistance is negligible.

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Anonymous Anonymous
  • 19-01-2017

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Use the formula: 
h = vo*t - (1/2)gt^2 

Since the rock experiences freefall, initial velocity (vo) is zero: 
h = -(1/2)gt^2 

Substitute: 
h = -(1/2)(-9.8)(3.8^2) 
h = 70.756

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