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Question
A projectile is launched at an angle θ₀ above the horizontal. Its initial vertical velocity component, v_{0y}, is given by
Correct Answer
Option B is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
When resolving the initial velocity vector v₀ into its components, the side opposite to the launch angle θ₀ represents the vertical component. Using trigonometry, v_{0y} = v₀ sin θ₀.
Hint
Draw a right triangle with v₀ as the hypotenuse. Which component (vertical or horizontal) is opposite the angle θ₀?