Kinetic Energy of 840 Kg Roller Coaster Trolley

In summary, a roller coaster trolley with a mass of 840 Kg starts with a speed of .200 m/s at the top of the first hill which is 85.0 m above the ground. It goes down the first hill and reaches a height of 64.0 m above ground at the crest of the second hill. The effects of frictional forces are ignored. The question is asking for the kinetic energy of the trolley at the top of the second hill. The solution to this problem involves understanding the conservation of potential and kinetic energy. By looking at the height of the roller coaster at the top of each crest and using the correct calculations, the correct answer can be obtained.
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A roller coaster trolley and its passengers have a mass 840 Kg. The trolly comes over the top of the first hill with a speed of .200 m/s. The hill is 85.0 m above the ground. The trolley goes down the first hill and up the crest of the second hill 64.0 m above ground. Ignore the effects of frictional forces. What is the kinetic energy of the trolly at the top of the second hill?

Help please, I keep getting the answer wrong ):
 
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What do you know about conservation of potential and kinetic energy? Look at the height of the roller coaster at the top of each crest.
 
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hi x3lifelove! :wink:

show us your full calculations, and then we'll see what went wrong, and we'll know how to help! :smile:
 

Related to Kinetic Energy of 840 Kg Roller Coaster Trolley

What is kinetic energy?

Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion.

How is kinetic energy calculated?

Kinetic energy is calculated using the formula KE = 1/2mv^2, where m is the mass of the object and v is its velocity.

What is the mass of the 840 kg roller coaster trolley?

The mass of the 840 kg roller coaster trolley is 840 kg.

What is the velocity of the 840 kg roller coaster trolley?

The velocity of the 840 kg roller coaster trolley is not specified, so we cannot calculate its kinetic energy. We need both the mass and velocity to calculate kinetic energy.

How does the kinetic energy of the roller coaster trolley affect the ride?

The kinetic energy of the roller coaster trolley affects the ride by determining its speed and the force it exerts on the tracks. A higher kinetic energy results in a faster ride and more intense forces on the trolley and passengers.

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