Introduction to Classical Mechanics · Problem 3.15
Using F = ma — Morin
Physics — Mechanics · bouncing_ball
Problem
Bouncing ball *
A ball is thrown straight upward so that it reaches a height h. It falls down and bounces repeatedly. After each bounce, it returns to a certain fraction f of its previous height. Find the total distance traveled, and also the total time, before it comes to rest. What is its average speed?