Kinematics: Falling from a Tree

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Anastasia falls from a height of 50.0 meters, taking 1.1 seconds to reach the ground, while Joe falls from the same height shortly after. To determine Joe's height above the ground when Anastasia lands, the relevant kinematic equations must be applied. The key variables include displacement, time, and acceleration due to gravity. The problem requires calculating the distance Joe falls in the time it takes Anastasia to hit the ground. Properly selecting and applying the kinematic equations will yield Joe's height at that moment.
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Homework Statement


While exploring the canopy of the rainforest in equatorial South America, Anastasia falls from a branch 50.0 meters high. Exactly 1.1 seconds later Joe falls from the same branch. How high above the ground is Joe when Anastasia splats into the mud below?

Homework Equations


V=Vo + at
X=1/2(Vo -V)T
X=VoT + 1/2at2
V2=Vo2 + 2ax

(If a 2 is after a letter then it means squared)
X=displacement
A=Acceleration
T=Tome
Vo=Initial Velocity
V=Velocity

The Attempt at a Solution


I have no idea.
 
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