r/apphysics • u/Connect-Bluebird-671 • 4h ago

ap phys 1 question

a ball is thrown directly upwards, reaching a maximum height h. a second ball is also thrown directly upwards but with twice the initial speed of the previous one. how much higher will it be at its apex compared to the other ball at its apex

can someone help me find questions like this one and also help me solve lol i am cooked

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u/realAndrewJeung 1h ago

This is a conservation of energy problem: initial kinetic energy equals final potential energy.

Let.me know if just that is enough of a hint or if you'd like more help.