How long does it take to hit the ground?
4.9t^2 = 2520
t = 22.67 s
The horizontal speed of the bomb is constant -- that of the plane when it was released. As usual, distance = speed * time, so the bomb will hit
231 * 22.67 = 5238.6 m downrange
A bomber flies horizontally with a speed of
231 m/s relative to the ground. The altitude
of the bomber is 2520 m and the terrain is
level. Neglect the effects of air resistance.
The acceleration of gravity is 9.8 m/s
a) How far from the point vertically under the point of release does a bomb hit the ground?
Answer in units of m.
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