Throwing two objects vertically upward

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The discussion centers on the physics of throwing two objects vertically upward and whether they can reach the same maximum height simultaneously. It is established that while both objects can achieve the same maximum height, they cannot do so at the same instant due to differences in their initial velocities and the timing of their throws. The delay in throwing the second object ensures that its ascent will occur after the first object has already begun its descent, confirming that identical maximum heights do not equate to simultaneous peak times.

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If one throws an object upward and then a bit later another, is it possible that both objects reach the same maximum height at the same instant of time? When I think about this, I think it must be possible. Why shouldn't it be?
 
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Are you throwing them from the same height?
 
No, the maximum height depends on the initial velocity. If they reach the same maximum height than they must've had the same initial velocity. The two objects' movements are identical but one is a bit delayed so they will NOT reach the top at the same time.
 

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