Question 2

From Physics HL Paper 1A (May 2025, TZ3)

  1. Two balls, P and Q, are projected from the edge of a cliff. P is projected horizontally at speed vv and Q is projected vertically upwards at the same speed. The time taken for P to reach the ground is tPt_P and the speed at impact with the ground is vPv_P. Air resistance is negligible.

What is the time taken to reach the ground and the speed at impact with the ground for Q?

Table showing options for time taken and speed at impact for ball Q relative to ball P.
Table showing options for time taken and speed at impact for ball Q relative to ball P.

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