Did you know?
Did you know that the velocity of a ball thrown straight down from the top of a building can be determined by its initial velocity and the time elapsed? In this scenario, the ball has an initial velocity of -30 feet per second, with negative sign indicating it is thrown downward. After 2 seconds, the velocity can be calculated by multiplying the acceleration due to gravity (which is approximately 32.2 feet per second squared) by the time. Therefore, the velocity after 2 seconds would be approximately -62.4 feet per second. Similarly, if the ball falls 234 feet, we can use the same formula to find its velocity. By considering the negative sign for the downward motion, the velocity would be approximately -32.2 feet per second. Understanding the velocity of objects in free fall can provide valuable insights into the laws of motion and gravity.
