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Speedking96
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Homework Statement
In the final second of its free fall, an object covers half the height of its total fall. From what height did it fall?
2. The attempt at a solution
I know that the velocity and acceleration at the final second must be enough for the object to cover half the height.
Distance traveled due to acceleration:
= (0.5)(9.81)(1^2) = 4.905 meters.
I understand that whatever the velocity is, it must be enough for the object to travel (h/2) - 4.905 meters. H being the total height.
However, this is where I am having trouble.