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A ball is thrown vertically upwards with a velocity of 15\(ms^{-1}\). Calculate the ...

A ball is thrown vertically upwards with a velocity of 15\(ms^{-1}\). Calculate the maximum height reached. \([g = 10ms^{-2}]\)
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  • A 15.25m
  • B 13.25m
  • C 11.25m
  • D 10.25m
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Maximum height (H) = \(\frac{u^{2}}{2g}\)

= \(\frac{15^{2}}{2 \times 10} = \frac{225}{20}\)

= \(11.25m\)

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