Physics (AS & A Level) · May / June 2025 · Paper 13 · Question 7

Two coins are projected from a horizontal table at the same initial speed u. Coin X is projected horizontally. Coin Y is projected upwards at an angle of 30° to the horizontal. [diagram showing coin X projected horizontally with speed u and coin Y projected at 30° above horizontal with speed u] Both coins hit the horizontal ground without bouncing. Assume the air resistance on each coin is negligible. Which statement about the motion of the coins is correct?

1. ABoth coins hit the ground with the same speed.
2. BBoth coins travel the same vertical distance.
3. CCoin Y hits the ground before coin X.
4. DCoin Y has a smaller vertical acceleration.

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