Calculating Muzzle Velocity: Need Help!

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To calculate muzzle velocity, the key factors include bullet mass, caliber, drop distance, and the distance to the target. The bullet's flight time can be determined by dividing the drop distance by the acceleration due to gravity (g) and then taking the square root. Actual velocities measured by a chronograph should be compared to the calculated muzzle velocity for accuracy. The final velocity equation may be useful, but additional data is needed for a complete solution. Understanding these relationships is crucial for successfully calculating muzzle velocity.
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Hi everyone. I've hit a bit of a wall with some coursework.

I've been asked to calculate muzzle velocity of a fired weapon based on the following data:

Bullet mass and calibre
Bullet drop distance (between target using laser and where the bullet actually hit)
Distance between gun and target
Actual velocities measured by a chronograph (we are supposed to be comparing

Can anyone give me a nudge in the right direction on how I'm supposed to calculate muzzle vel. based on this? Thanks.


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I have considered the final velocity equation, but I don't have the required data for this either. So I'm a bit lost!
 
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the bullet flight time is given by the drop distance divided by g all squarerooted

Tell me was that pun intended
 
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