A Pole Vaulter Clears 3

question 41

Multiple Choice

A pole vaulter clears 3.98 m.With what speed does he strike the mat in the landing area?

• A)78.0 m/s
• B)6.25 m/s
• C)8.83 m/s
• D)4.42 m/s
• E)0.226 m/s

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