Kinematics Equation: Get Position from Speed & Angle

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Hi there, I'm new here, but is there an equation that shows you the position of an object as a function of initial speed (or velocity) and launch angle? I need help finding such a way to get this, but I have no idea where to start. Thanks a lot!
 
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Hi
you can set a coordinate system here,
if we set x the horizontal derection,and y the derection of the gravity.
then x=v0 x cos(angle) x t
and y=v0 x sin(angle) x t -1/2gt(square)
of cause you can unit them.