A Hockey Puck Slides Off the Edge of a Table

question 18

Multiple Choice

A hockey puck slides off the edge of a table with an initial velocity of 28.0 m/s.and experiences no air resistance.The height of the tabletop above the ground is 2.00 m.What is the angle below the horizontal of the velocity of the puck just before it hits the ground?

• A) 77.2°
• B) 72.6°
• C) 12.8°
• D) 12.6°
• E) 31.8°

---

Definitions:

Visual Impairments

Visual impairments include any kind of vision loss, whether it's someone who cannot see at all (blindness) or has partial vision loss.

Vision Test

A clinical assessment to evaluate an individual's ability to see clearly, assessing aspects such as visual acuity, perception, and color vision.

Driving Skills

Abilities and knowledge necessary for operating a vehicle safely, including motor coordination, spatial awareness, and understanding of traffic laws.

Stereotype Threat

The risk of confirming negative stereotypes about an individual's racial, ethnic, gender, or cultural group which can impair performance in a variety of settings.