How Long Does It Take for a Dropped Packet to Hit the Ground?

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In summary, a helicopter is moving vertically upward at 8m/s and a packet is dropped from a height of 122.8m. The question asks for the time it takes for the packet to hit the ground. Three equations are given, vf=vi+gt, S=vit+1/2gt^2, and 2aS=vf^2-vi^2, and the student is asked which one they would use to solve for time.
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Homework Statement



A Helicopter is vertically moving upward with speed of 8m/s.At a height of 122.8m from ground,a packet is fallen from the Heli window.How much time would the packet take for hitting to ground?

Homework Equations



vf=vi+gt.
S=vit+1/2gt^2
2aS=vf^2-vi^2

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You have the initial speed of the packet, also the distance from the ground, and you are required to find t,
Which of the three equations you going to use?
a.) vf=vi+gt.
b.) S=vit+1/2gt^2
c.) 2aS=vf^2-vi^2
 
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shehri said:

Homework Statement



A Helicopter is vertically moving upward with speed of 8m/s.At a height of 122.8m from ground,a packet is fallen from the Heli window.How much time would the packet take for hitting to ground?

Homework Equations



vf=vi+gt.
S=vit+1/2gt^2
2aS=vf^2-vi^2

The Attempt at a Solution


Well... what have you tried? Show your work please.
 

1. What is the meaning of "Time taken by the packet"?

"Time taken by the packet" refers to the amount of time it takes for a packet of data to travel from one point to another in a network or communication system. This can include the time it takes for the packet to be transmitted, processed, and received at its destination.

2. How is the time taken by a packet measured?

The time taken by a packet is typically measured in milliseconds (ms) or microseconds (µs). This is done by recording the time when the packet is sent and calculating the difference when it is received at its destination.

3. What factors can affect the time taken by a packet?

The time taken by a packet can be affected by various factors such as network congestion, packet size, routing protocols, and network hardware. Additionally, the physical distance between the sender and receiver can also impact the time taken by the packet.

4. Why is the time taken by a packet important?

The time taken by a packet is important because it can affect the overall performance and speed of a network. If packets are taking too long to reach their destination, it can result in delays, packet loss, and poor network performance. This can be especially critical in time-sensitive applications such as video conferencing or online gaming.

5. How can the time taken by a packet be improved?

The time taken by a packet can be improved by implementing measures such as Quality of Service (QoS) policies, using more efficient routing protocols, and upgrading network hardware. Additionally, reducing network congestion and optimizing packet size can also help improve the time taken by a packet.

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