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The motorcycle jumps off the ramp at a speed of 28( m)/(s) at a height of 4 m. What is the total mechanical energy of the motorcycle at this point?

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Final answer:

The total mechanical energy of the motorcycle can be calculated using the formulas for kinetic energy and potential energy.

Step-by-step explanation:

The total mechanical energy of the motorcycle can be calculated using the equation:

Total mechanical energy (E) = Kinetic energy (KE) + Potential energy (PE)

Given that the motorcycle has a speed of 28 m/s and is at a height of 4 m:

The kinetic energy can be calculated using the formula:

KE = (1/2) * mass * velocity^2

where mass of the motorcycle = ? (the question doesn't provide this information)

The potential energy can be calculated using the formula:

PE = mass * gravity * height

where gravity = 9.8 m/s^2

Once you have the values for KE and PE, you can add them together to find the total mechanical energy of the motorcycle at that point.

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