How can I solve this basic velocity problem involving a thrown ball?

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Homework Statement



A ball is thrown from a height of 12.0 m above the ground level. If it takes 1.25 s to reach the ground:

a) Calculate its starting velocity
b) If the ball lands 40.0 m horizontally out from the throwing point, what horizontal velocity did it have?
c) Determine the speed and direction of the launch velocity
 
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