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The speed of projection of a projectile is increased by 5%, without changing the angle of projection. The percentage increase in the range will be


A

2.5%

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5%

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C

7.5%

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D

10%

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Solution

The correct option is D

10%


We know that, R=u2 sin 2θg
When the speed of projection is increased by 5%, u=1.05 u
So, R=(1.05 u)2 sin 2θg=1.1025 u2 sin 2θg=1.1025 R
R is approximately 1.1 R.
Now, percentage increase in range =1.1 RRR×100=10%
Thus, the correct choice is (d).


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