A block is sliding down on an inclined plane of slope and at an instant t = 0 this block is given an upward momentum so that it starts moving up on the inclined surface with velocity u. The distance (S) travelled by the block before its velocity becomes zero, is . (g = gravitational acceleration)
- 2u2g
- u2 2g
- u22g
- u22g
Answer
(3) u22g
Solution
The inclined surface is smooth (no friction is given).
While moving up, the only force along the incline is the component of gravity mg down the incline.
retardation a = g
Using v2 = u2 - 2aS with v = 0:
0 = u2 - 2g S
S = u22g
Answer: (3)