Question

The escape velocity for a body projected vertically upwards from the surface of earth is 11 kms–1. If the body is projected at an angle of 45° with the vertical, the escape velocity will be ………. kms–1

(A) (11 / √2)

(B) 11√2

(C) 22

(D) 11

Answer 1

Correct option: (D) 11

Explanation:

Escape velocity is independent of angle of projection. Hence it will remain same equal to 11 kms–1.