Calculate the speed of the packet

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To calculate the speed of a packet dropped from an aircraft flying horizontally at 35 m/s from a height of 600 m, one must consider the principles of projectile motion. The initial horizontal velocity of the packet remains constant at 35 m/s, while the vertical motion is influenced by gravity. Using the kinematic equations, the time taken for the packet to fall can be determined, and subsequently, the final vertical speed can be calculated. The resultant speed of the packet upon reaching the ground can be found by combining its horizontal and vertical velocities using vector addition. Understanding these concepts is crucial for accurately solving the problem.
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Homework Statement



While the aircraft is flying horizontally at a speed of 35 m s–1 (600m above the ground), a packet is dropped from it.

Calculate the speed of the packet when it reaches the ground (include a vector diagram).


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v=d/t this is the only formula I know when solving speed/velocity

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You know the equations of a parabolic motion?Use H=(u^2sin^2@)/2g to find g,you know H=600 and angle made(@)=90 then find t=(usin@)/g to find t.use v=u+at to find speed,v.It has been long I've done this so you might want to ...
 
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