Step-by-step explanation:
formula: Vi = Vf - (at)
Vi: intial velocity
Vf: final velocity
a: acceleration
t: time
fill in formula with the numbers you are given
Vi= 41.6m - ((9.81 m/s^2)(1.89s))
parenthesis first according to pemdas
Vi= 41.6m - 18.54m/s
Answer: 23.06m/s
disclaimer: I havent done physics in awhile so I have no idea if this is right. just an attempt to help steer you in the right direction hopefully. good luck