Solve Kinematics: Find Time of Fall for Object Dropped at 12 m/s

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The discussion focuses on calculating the time of fall for an object dropped with an average velocity of 12.0 m/s. The participant initially calculated an average velocity of 6.0 m/s but was unsure of the appropriate equations to use. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding kinematic equations, specifically the relationship between average velocity, time, and distance. Additionally, there is a mention of a homework template that is necessary for proper question formatting.

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its kinda confusing how to write it out but here i go.

you will note from questions 13 and 14 that the average velocity occurs at the mid-time of the motion. using this, determine the time of fall when an object is dropped if the average velocity of the falling object was 12.0 m/s.

i got 6.0 for the average velocity in the question but i don't know what equation i use to figure this question out. please help me X]
 
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Well, what did you find out in questions 13 and 14?

Incidentally, what happened to the homework template? Your question is at risk of being deleted if you do not use the template and/or show some work.
 
nvmdd i got help in class.

i have another question now i forgot the total distance formula and i need it to figure out my package. can someone leme know?
 

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