Rockets and accleration with kinematics

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To solve the problem of two rockets accelerating upward, one must use the kinematic equations for constant acceleration. The key is to establish the equations for the distance each rocket travels over time, factoring in their respective accelerations. By setting the difference in their distances equal to 579 meters, one can solve for the time at which they are separated. Additionally, the heights and velocities of both rockets at that time can be calculated using the same kinematic equations. Understanding these formulas is crucial for determining the answers to all parts of the problem.
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How would I go about solving a problem like this? What would the answer be?

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Rockets A and B are fired straight upward from rest at the same time. Rocket A accelerates at 12.2 m/s2, while rocket B accelerates at 15.9 m/s2. Solve for the moment in time when the rockets are separated by 579 m.
A. When are the rockets separated by 579 m?
B. How high up is rocket A at this time?
C. How high up is rocket B at this time?
D. How fast is rocket A moving at this time?
E. How fast is rocket B moving at this time?

I don't seem to understand the problem Thank you!
 
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What are the formulas for constant acceleration regarding velocity and time and regarding distance and time?
 
As one user just said, you need to use the formula given the acceleration and the zero velocity. Find the equation for the distance of each rocket. Then, take the difference between both rocket's distance in terms of time. Finally, you can use the given distance value to determine the answer.
 
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