Two projectiles are thrown with the same initial speed, one at an angle u with respect to the level ground and the other at angle 90° − θ. Both projectiles strike the ground at the same distance from the projection point. Are both projectiles in the air for the same length of time?

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Two projectiles are thrown with the same initial speed, one at an angle u with respect to the level ground and the other at angle 90° − θ. Both projectiles strike the ground at the same distance from the projection point. Are both projectiles in the air for the same length of time?

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