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Homework Statement
Ball with mass m is connected by a strong string of length L to a pivot point and held in place in a vertical position. A wind exerting constant force of magnitude F is blowing from left to right. If the ball is released from rest, show that the maximum height H it reaches (the vertical displacement), as measured from its initial height, is:
H = 2L / 1 + (mg/F)2
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The Attempt at a Solution
It may sound like I did not attempt it, but I honestly did and am not sure where to begin. =\