An Object Is Released from Rest at a Distance H

question 15

Multiple Choice

An object is released from rest at a distance h above the surface of a planet (mass = M, radius = R < h) . With what speed will the object strike the surface of the planet? Disregard any dissipative effects of the atmosphere of the planet.

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