5 Two particles \(A\) and \(B\) are projected vertically upwards from horizontal ground at the same instant. The speeds of projection of \(A\) and \(B\) are \(7 \mathrm {~m} \mathrm {~s} ^ { - 1 }\) and \(10.5 \mathrm {~m} \mathrm {~s} ^ { - 1 }\) respectively.
- Write down expressions for the heights above the ground of \(A\) and \(B\) at time \(t\) seconds after projection.
- Hence find a simplified expression for the difference in the heights of \(A\) and \(B\) at time \(t\) seconds after projection.
- Find the difference in the heights of \(A\) and \(B\) when \(A\) is at its maximum height.
At the instant when \(B\) is 3.5 m above \(A\), find
- whether \(A\) is moving upwards or downwards,
- the height of \(A\) above the ground.