Water Speed From a 1.5m Height Container

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The discussion centers on calculating the speed of water exiting a hole in a container filled to a height of 1.5 meters. The water shoots out horizontally from a hole located 2 meters above the ground. To determine the speed, the relevant equations of fluid dynamics, particularly Torricelli's Law, should be applied. Participants emphasize the importance of posting relevant equations and attempts at solutions to facilitate effective assistance.

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A container is filled with water to a height of 1.5m. A hole at the bottom let's water squirt out horizontally at a height of 2m above the ground. How fast is the water moving that shoots out the hole?
 
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Hi walkofdeath,
Welcome to the forum, but... you need to post the equations you suspect are relevant and show your attempt at solution. Please see the Forum guidelines.
 

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