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If the vertical distance of the helicopter is longer, then the time it takes for it to fall to the ground is longer, because.......

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Answer:

t=
√(2h/g) so t and h are proportional

Step-by-step explanation:

For simplicity's sake, let's assume the helicopter is a point-mass falling from rest. Then, t=
√(2h/g) (this is from h = h_0 + v_0*t + (1/2)*g*t^2)

If h increases, then t will also increase.

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