An Eagle Is Flying Due East at 8

question 65

Multiple Choice

An eagle is flying due east at 8.9 m/s carrying a gopher in its talons. The gopher manages to break free at a height of 12 m. What is the magnitude of the gopher's velocity as it reaches the ground? Note: effects of air resistance are not included in this calculation.

• A)22 m/s
• B)18 m/s
• C)11 m/s
• D)9.8 m/s
• E)8.9 m/s

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