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If an object is projected with an initial velocity of 40 m/s at an angle of 60 degrees, what is the vertical component?.
- A.34.64 m/s
- B.20 m/s
- C.30 m/s
- D.40 m/s
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- 34.64 m/s
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Using the formula for vertical component: Vy = V * sin(θ). Substituting gives Vy = 40 * sin(60°) = 40 * 0.866 = 34.64 m/s.
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