An Object Is Dropped from a Bridge

question 3

Multiple Choice

An object is dropped from a bridge. A second object is thrown downwards 1.00 s later. They both reach the water 20.0 m below at the same instant. What was the initial speed of the second object?

• A) 4.91 m/s
• B) 14.6 m/s
• C) 9.90 m/s
• D) 19.6 m/s
• E) 21.3 m/s

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Definitions:

Residual Income

Another term for economic value added (EVA).

Opportunity Costs

The cost of foregone alternatives when a decision is made, representing the benefits an individual, investor, or business misses out on when choosing one alternative over another.

Economic Value Added

A measure of a company’s financial performance that calculates the value created beyond the required return of the company’s shareholders.

Dollar Value

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