A rock is thrown horizontally with a velocity of 27 m/s at 30 degrees. How long does the rock take as it reaches the ground if the measured distance is only 1.5 meters? Find first the horizontal component.

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A rock is thrown horizontally with a velocity of 27 m/s at 30 degrees. How long does the rock take as it reaches the ground if the measured distance is only 1.5 meters? Find first the horizontal component. 

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