A Golfer Hits a Ball on a Level Fairway at an Angle

question 43

Multiple Choice

A golfer hits a ball on a level fairway at an angle of 30° relative to the horizontal, and it lands on the green. Another golfer hits a ball with the same speed but at an angle of 60°, and it lands on the green by the other ball. Which statement is accurate for this situation?

• A) One ball is in the air longer than the other.
• B) One ball experiences a greater acceleration while in free flight.
• C) One ball experiences a smaller acceleration while in free flight.
• D) Two balls hit at the same speed but different angles will always land in the same location.
• E) Two balls hit at the same speed but different angles can never land in the same location.

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Definitions:

Benefit Surpluses

The extra utility or satisfaction gained by consumers when the price they are willing to pay for a good or service exceeds the market price.

Willingness To Pay

The maximum amount an individual is prepared to offer for a good or service, reflecting the value they place on it.

Supply Curve

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Consumer Surplus

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