Physics (AS & A Level) · May / June 2022 · Paper 13 · Question 6

Two projectiles, X and Y, are fired into the air from the same place on level ground and reach the same maximum height, as shown. [diagram: path of X (vertical), path of Y (parabolic), ground] Projectile X is fired vertically upwards and projectile Y is fired at an angle to the horizontal. Air resistance is negligible. Which statement is correct?

1. AX and Y are at rest at their maximum heights.
2. BX and Y are fired with the same speed.
3. CX and Y take the same time to return to the ground.
4. DX and Y travel the same distance.

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