For a projectile launched from level ground, the maximum range is obtained at a launch angle of

  • A. 30 degrees
  • B. 45 degrees
  • C. 60 degrees
  • D. 90 degrees

Explanation

Range is proportional to sine of twice the launch angle, which is largest when twice the angle is 90 degrees, so the angle itself is 45 degrees. This assumes level ground and no air resistance; in real conditions the optimum drops slightly below 45 degrees. A launch at 90 degrees goes straight up and returns to the starting point with zero range.

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