Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections
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Chapter 4, Problem 28PQ
An arrow is fired with initial velocity v0 at an angle θ from the top of battlements, a height h above the ground. a. In terms of h, v0, θ, and g, what is the time at which the arrow reaches its maximum height? b. In terms of h, v0, θ, and g, what is the maximum height above the ground reached by the arrow?
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Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections
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