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What is the vertical component of the velocity of a rider as he or she hits the water?A. $2.4 \mathrm{m} / \mathrm{s}$B. $3.4 \mathrm{m} / \mathrm{s}$C. $5.2 \mathrm{m} / \mathrm{s}$D. $9.1 \mathrm{m} / \mathrm{s}$
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The acceleration $a$ is due to gravity, which is $-9.8 \, m/s^2$. The height of the fall $y$ is $0.6 \, m$. Show more…
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