Answer:
Vf = 18.78 m/s
Explanation:
As, the block does not trunk does not slide while falling. hence, we can use third equation of motion to find its velocity before it hits the ground:
2gh = Vf² - Vi²
where,
g = acceleration due to gravity = 9.8 m/s²
h = Height of Trunk = 18 m
Vf = Velocity of trunk just before it hits the ground = ?
Vi = Initial Velocity of the trunk = 0 m/s
Therefore, using these values in the equation, we get:
(2)(9.8 m/s²)(18 m) = Vf² - (0 m/s)²
Vf = √(352.8 m²/s²)
Vf = 18.78 m/s
