# Problem: Steelhead trout migrate up stream to spawn. Occasionally they need to leap up small waterfalls to continue their journey. Fortunately, steelhead are remarkable jumpers, capable of leaving the water at a speed of 8.0 m/s.a. What is the maximum height a steelhead trout can jump?b. Leaving the water at 8.0 m/s, the trout lands on top of the water fall 1.8 m high. How long was it in the air?

###### FREE Expert Solution

Maximum height reached:

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We'll also use the kinematic equation:

###### Problem Details

Steelhead trout migrate up stream to spawn. Occasionally they need to leap up small waterfalls to continue their journey. Fortunately, steelhead are remarkable jumpers, capable of leaving the water at a speed of 8.0 m/s.

a. What is the maximum height a steelhead trout can jump?

b. Leaving the water at 8.0 m/s, the trout lands on top of the water fall 1.8 m high. How long was it in the air?