Motion in a vertical plane and projectiles

Motion in a vertical plane and projectiles Quiz

Spec 1.1–2 · Edexcel International A Level Further Maths: Quiz

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  1. 1. A particle is thrown vertically upwards at 9.8 m s−19.8\text{ m s}^{-1} from the ground. How long until it returns? (Take g=9.8g=9.8.)

    • A. 11 s
    • B. 22 s
    • C. 44 s
    • D. 0.50.5 s

  2. 2. A projectile is launched at 20 m s−120\text{ m s}^{-1} at 60∘60^\circ above the horizontal. What is its constant horizontal speed?

    • A. 17.3 m s−117.3\text{ m s}^{-1}
    • B. 20 m s−120\text{ m s}^{-1}
    • C. 14.1 m s−114.1\text{ m s}^{-1}
    • D. 10 m s−110\text{ m s}^{-1}

  3. 3. Which statement is true at the highest point of a projectile's path?

    • A. Its speed is zero
    • B. Its horizontal velocity is zero
    • C. Its vertical velocity is zero
    • D. Its acceleration is zero

  4. 4. A stone is dropped from rest from a height of 78.478.4 m. How long does it take to reach the ground? (Take g=9.8g=9.8.)

    • A. 44 s
    • B. 22 s
    • C. 1616 s
    • D. 88 s

  5. 5. What is true of the horizontal velocity of a projectile when air resistance is ignored?

    • A. It increases
    • B. It is constant
    • C. It decreases
    • D. It is zero at the top

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