Angle for furthest travel distance of an object (help needed, no JK)

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The discussion revolves around determining the optimal angle for maximizing the distance traveled by a projectile. The subject area is projectile motion within the context of kinematics.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

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  • Participants express confusion regarding the relevant equations and concepts, with some suggesting that kinematic equations may be applicable. Others question the understanding of the symbols used in these equations and express a need for clarification.

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The conversation reflects a lack of consensus on how to approach the problem, with some participants offering resources and suggesting that the original poster engage with the material. There is an acknowledgment of the need for foundational knowledge in physics to tackle the question effectively.

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Participants note that the original poster is in 9th grade and may not have the necessary background in calculus or physics to fully understand the equations discussed. There is a mention of external resources, including Wikipedia, which may not be fully accessible to the original poster.

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Homework Statement


I wish to know what is the best angle that can make an object go furthest.


Homework Equations


No idea... Wiki is not helping...


The Attempt at a Solution


I can not find anything on Google...
 
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Newton V said:

Homework Statement


I wish to know what is the best angle that can make an object go furthest.


Homework Equations


No idea... Wiki is not helping...


The Attempt at a Solution


I can not find anything on Google...

Since the accelerations are constant (like due to gravity), the Kinematic Equations of Motion are the relevant equations:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kinematic_equation#Equations_of_uniformly_accelerated_motion

What level are you in school? Are you taking a physics class now?

You can also google Projectile Motion to get an idea of how to apply those equations.

Post some of your work and ask specific questions if you have them after reading through the material.
 
not really helping at all... since i am a 9th grade... i have no clue what is these symbols about! even i do, i still don't see i can find the answer to my question...
 
Newton V said:
not really helping at all... since i am a 9th grade... i have no clue what is these symbols about!

If you want to learn id say the best advice is learn how to use those equations. They really arent as bad as they look.

Newton V said:
even i do, i still don't see i can find the answer to my question...
You still can't see the solution to your answer because you don't know what youre looking at!
 
Newton V said:
not really helping at all... since i am a 9th grade... i have no clue what is these symbols about! even i do, i still don't see i can find the answer to my question...

Fair enough. Yeah, you'd need at least basic calculus to do the actual optimization of the equations. Here's another wikipedia.org page that has some good info, including the effects of wind drag:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Projectile_motion

And I think you may be able to use the Excel calculator at the bottom of that article to answer the question by using Excel...
 

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