How far will an object fall if it is affected by only gravity and falls for 3.0s ? Show work
The distance an object falls due to gravity can be calculated using the equation:
d = (1/2)gt^2
Where:
d = distance fallen
g = acceleration due to gravity (assumed to be 9.8 m/s^2)
t = time for which the object falls
Plugging in the given values:
d = (1/2)(9.8 m/s^2)(3.0s)^2
= (1/2)(9.8 m/s^2)(9.0 s^2)
= (1/2)(88.2 m)
= 44.1 m
Therefore, the object will fall approximately 44.1 meters.