A ball is thrown into the air, and its height (in meters) above the ground at time t (in seconds) is given by h(t) = 4.9t^2 + 15t + 2. What is its initial velocity?
4.9 m/s
15 m/s
2 m/s
0 m/s
Correct Answer :
B. 15 m/s
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