Free Fall: a Rock Is Thrown Directly Upward from the Edge

question 35

Short Answer

Free fall: A rock is thrown directly upward from the edge of the roof of a building that is 66.2 meters tall. The rock misses the building on its way down, and is observed to strike the ground 4.00 seconds after being thrown. Neglect any effects of air resistance. With what speed was the rock thrown?

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