Answer:
1.) U = 39.2 m/s
2.) t = 4 seconds
Explanation: Given that the
height H = 78.4m
The projectile is fired vertically upwards under the acceleration due to gravity g = 9.8 m/s^2
Let's assume that the maximum height = 78.4m. And at maximum height, final velocity V = 0
Velocity of projections can be achieved by using the formula
V^2 = U^2 - 2gH
g will be negative as the object is moving against the gravity
0 = U^2 - 2 × 9.8 × 78.4
U^2 = 1536.64
U = sqrt( 1536.64 )
U = 39.2 m/s
The time it takes to reach its highest point can be calculated by using the formula;
V = U - gt
Where V = 0
Substitute U and t into the formula
0 = 39.2 - 9.8 × t
9.8t = 39.2
t = 39.2/9.8
t = 4 seconds.