How far a a fastball travels (projectile question)

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A fastball released at 49 m/s from a pitcher's hand travels a horizontal distance of 17.2 m before reaching the batter. Due to the effects of gravity, the ball will drop as it moves forward. The calculation involves determining the time it takes for the ball to cover the distance and then using that time to find the vertical drop. Understanding this drop highlights the importance of the pitcher's mound in baseball. The discussion emphasizes the physics behind projectile motion in sports.
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How far does a fastball released from the pitcher's hand at a speed of 49 m/s fall as it travels from pitcher to batter, a distance of 17.2 m ? (Your answer gives you a good idea of why the pitcher stands on a mound of dirt.)

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