A Pole-Vaulter Clears 5

question 28

Multiple Choice

A pole-vaulter clears 5.00 m.With what speed does he strike the mat in the landing area?

• A) 2.70 m/s
• B) 9.90 m/s
• C) 10.8 m/s
• D) 21.6 m/s

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