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    Why does an object fall in the same time as it takes to reach a peak

    Thanks a bunch. Can't wait to teach my class tomorrow... my teacher doesn't tell us anything.
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    Why does an object fall in the same time as it takes to reach a peak

    Homework Statement A kangaroo jumps a height of 2.8m. How long was it in the air? Homework Equations v=v0+at x=x0+v0t+(1/2)at^2 v^2=v0^2+2aΔx The Attempt at a Solution -2.8 = -4.9t^2 .57 = t^2 t = .76 s (down) 0 = v0^2+2(9.8)(2.8) 54.88 = v0^2 v0 = 7.408 0 = 7.408-9.8t t = .76 (up) t...
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