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A-LevelPhysicsKinematics9702/12 · Oct/Nov 2016 · Q81 Mark

The graph shows the vertical velocity of a parachutist during the first 20s of her jump. [Figure 8.1] Approximately how far does she fall before opening the parachute?

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A390 m
B570 m
C710 m
D770 m

✓ Correct answer

B: 570 m

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Kinematics, A-Level Physics (syllabus 9702). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Physics, Oct/Nov 2016 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 8.

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