Applied Physics (11th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134241142
Author: EWEN
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 4, Problem 4RQ
At what launch angle with the ground does a projectile have the greatest horizontal range?
- a. 0°
- b. 45°
- c. 60°
- d. 90°
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Applied Physics (11th Edition)
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