Flashcardizz: Projectile word problems

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What is a projectile?

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A projectile is an object that is thrown into the air with an initial velocity and is affected by gravity.

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What does 'horizontal motion' mean?

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Horizontal motion refers to movement along a flat surface, parallel to the ground.

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What is the formula to calculate the time it takes for an object to fall from a certain height?

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The time can be calculated using the formula t = √(2h/g), where h is the height and g is the acceleration due to gravity.

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What is maximum height in projectile motion?

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Maximum height is the highest point reached by a projectile during its flight.

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What is the area of a rectangle?

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The area of a rectangle is calculated by multiplying its length by its width (Area = length × width).

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What does 'profit' mean in a business context?

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Profit is the amount of money a business makes after subtracting costs and expenses.

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What is a quadratic function?

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A quadratic function is a polynomial function of degree 2, typically in the form p(x) = ax² + bx + c.

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How do you find the maximum value of a quadratic function?

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The maximum value can be found using the vertex formula: x = -b/(2a), where a and b are coefficients from the quadratic equation.

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What is the significance of the vertex in a parabola?

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The vertex is the highest or lowest point of the parabola, depending on its orientation.

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What does 'height' refer to in projectile motion?

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Height refers to the vertical distance of the projectile above a reference point, usually the ground.