3 - Composition and Resolution of Velocity
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Practice Questions
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What is composition of velocity in basic terms?
💡 Hint: Think of it as summing forces acting in different directions.
Define resolution of velocity.
💡 Hint: Which two directions are commonly used in problems?
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What method do we use to find the resultant velocity when two velocities are perpendicular?
💡 Hint: Think about right-angled triangles!
True or False: The resolution of velocity is only applicable for horizontal motion.
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of inclined and vertical motion.
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A ship travels 40 km/h north and 30 km/h east. What is the resultant velocity and angle from the north?
💡 Hint: Use Pythagorean theorem for magnitude and arctangent for direction.
An athlete runs 100 m at 45° to the horizontal. What are the horizontal and vertical components of her run?
💡 Hint: Think about the 45° angle and the characteristics of a 45° triangle.
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