A Ball Is Thrown Straight Upward from Ground Level with a Speed

question 75

Multiple Choice

A ball is thrown straight upward from ground level with a speed of 18 m/s. How much time passes before the ball strikes the ground if we disregard air resistance?

• A)3.7 s
• B)1.8 s
• C)1.1 s
• D)0.6 s

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Definitions:

Amplitude

In physics, the maximum extent of a vibration or oscillation, measured from the position of equilibrium.

Loudness

A subjective measure of the sound pressure level, perceived as the intensity or volume of a sound.

Sound Wave

A type of wave that is an audible vibration that travels through air or other media.

Pitch

A tone's perceived frequency.