How Do You Calculate Projectile Motion in Sports Physics?

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To calculate projectile motion in sports physics, one must analyze the initial velocity, angle of launch, and time of flight. For the diver's problem, the horizontal distance and time can be used to find the speed and angle of the dive, assuming a flat trajectory. In the basketball player's scenario, the height difference and angle of the shot help determine the distance from the basket using kinematic equations. Providing previous attempts at solving these problems can facilitate more effective guidance. Understanding these principles is essential for accurate calculations in sports physics.
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i'm having a lot of trouble with these problems -> can someone help me?

1.) A diver dives from the edge of a swimming pool and lands in the pool 5.7 m away 0.82 seconds later. With what speed did the diver dive? at what angle? Assume the diver lands at the same height he started from.

2.) A 2m tall basketball player shoots a ball at an angle of 51 degrees from horizontal. He released the ball even with the top of his head. It passes through the rim (3.05 m above the floor) 1.1 seconds later. How far was the player from the basket?

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