Question

An athlete executing a long jump leaves the ground at a 40° angle and travels 8.30 m.
What was the takeoff speed?

Answer 1

R = (V^2)(sin 2A)/g

Answer 2

For kinematics questions, it is always suggested to list down all teh values you are given or know as well as those you need to find out so you can determine the right formula to use.

Answer 3

In the equation v is the initial velocity and a is the initial angle.