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An apple falls from a tree. It hits the ground at a speed of about 5.0m/s5.0m/s. What is the approximate height of the tree? 10.0 m 2.4 m 2.5 m 1.3 m

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Author:Paul W. Zitzewitz

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Chapter6: Motion In Two Dimensions

Section6.3: Relative Velocity

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An apple falls from a tree. It hits the ground at a speed of about 5.0m/s5.0m/s. What is the approximate height of the tree?

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2.4 m

2.5 m

1.3 m

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