The discussion focuses on calculating the time required for supplies to be dropped from an airplane traveling at 160 km/h to reach a target located 120 meters below. The relevant equation of motion used is X = 1/2 g t², where g represents the acceleration due to gravity. Participants express confusion regarding the correct values to substitute into the equation to determine the precise drop time. The solution involves solving for time (t) based on the given parameters of speed and height.
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Natali said:Homework Statement
The pilot of an airplane traveling 160 km/h wants to drop supplies to flood victims isolated on a patch of land 120 m below. The supplies should be dropped how many seconds before the plane is directly overhead?
Homework Equations
equations of motion
The Attempt at a Solution
i don't know what 2 plug in...