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The graph represents the height of a drone during the first nine seconds of flight. We are asked to find the time when the drone is descending most quickly. 

To solve this, let's consider the graph. The steepest downward slope of the height-time curve corresponds to the time when the drone is descending at its fastest rate.

Looking at the graph, the steepest downward slope occurs between **1 second and 3 seconds**, with the maximum slope at **2 seconds**.

Thus, the time \( s \) when the drone is descending most quickly is **2 seconds**.

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Here are five questions you might find useful for expanding on this:

1. How can we calculate the exact rate of descent (velocity) at a given time?
2. What mathematical function could represent the height of the drone?
3. How can we determine the total distance the drone descended over the first five seconds?
4. How could the drone's velocity change if the height function is altered?
5. What real-life factors could affect the drone's rate of descent?

**Tip:** To find the rate of descent more precisely, you could calculate the derivative of the height function (if available) and find when it reaches its most negative value (minimum).

The height of a quadcopter drone during the first nine seconds of flight is given by the function graphed. How many seconds have passed when the drone is descending most quickly?

Learn how to determine the time when a quadcopter drone is descending most quickly by analyzing the slope of a height vs. time graph. This problem focuses on graph interpretation and understanding rates of change, suitable for students in Grades 9-10.

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