Help finding the maximum height

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The discussion revolves around calculating the maximum height of a baseball hit by Ted Williams that clears a fence 120 meters away. The formula for determining the maximum height of a projectile is provided: ymax = vIsin²(Өi)/2g. The original poster expresses confusion about the problem but ultimately finds the answer. The context includes a demonstration at the Skydome in Toronto, emphasizing the importance of understanding projectile motion in sports. The thread concludes with the poster acknowledging their resolution to the problem.
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hi guys. new here, i need help finding the maximum height, i saw my question was posted before here
Ted Williams, Professor Emeritus of Hitting with the Boston Red Sox, visits the Skydome in Toronto where all distances are measured in meters. He demonstrates to the younger Bluejays how it is done by hitting a home run that clears a low fence 120 m from home plate.

d) For these same conditions, find the maximum height (relative to the top of the fence) reached by the ball on its trajectory.
ymax = m

i am still confused and not able to do the problem
 
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not sure how to close a thread, but i have found my answer.
to find the maximum height of a projectile the formula needed is

ymax=vIsin2Өi/2g

your welcome :cool:
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Ted Williams, Professor Emeritus of Hitting with the Boston Red Sox, visits the Skydome in Toronto where all distances are measured in meters. He demonstrates to the younger Bluejays how it is done by hitting a home run that clears a low fence xxx m from home plate.
 
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