The rocket launched upward. Within 20 seconds of engine operation, it reached H = 1500m.

The rocket launched upward. Within 20 seconds of engine operation, it reached H = 1500m. What was the acceleration of the rocket?

To calculate the acceleration of the rocket in question, we use the formula: S = H = a * t ^ 2/2 and a = 2H / t ^ 2.

Values of variables: H – altitude reached by the rocket (H = 1500 m); t is the duration of the engine operation (t = 20 s).

Let’s perform the calculation: a = 2H / t ^ 2 = 2 * 1500/20 = 150 m / s2.

Answer: The rocket in question was moving upward with an acceleration of 150 m / s2.