Answer:
3secs
Explanation:
Given the following parameters
height H= 81.3m
Velocity v = 12.4m/s
Required
Time it take to reach the ground
Using the equation of motion
H = ut+1/2gt²
81.3 = 12.4t + 1/2(9.8)t²
81.3 = 12.4t + 4.9t²
4.9t² + 12.4t - 81.3 = 0
Using the general formula to find t
t = -12.4±√12.4²-4(4.9)(-81.3)/2(4.9)
t = -12.4±√153.76+1593.48/2(4.9)
t = -12.4±√1747.24/9.8
t = -12.4+41.8/9.8
t = 29.4/9.8
t = 3secs
Hence it took 3secs to reach the ground
