How Do You Calculate Initial Velocity of a Baseball Hit at an Angle?

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To calculate the initial velocity of a baseball hit at a 45-degree angle and landing 98 meters away, one must consider the horizontal and vertical components of the motion. The key equation involves the horizontal distance (x), initial velocity (Vi), and the effect of gravity (g) on the vertical motion. It is crucial to recognize that there is no horizontal acceleration, while gravity acts in the vertical direction. A good starting point is to review relevant textbook equations and concepts. Understanding these principles will help in determining the initial velocity effectively.
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Homework Statement


A baseball is hit at a 45 degree angle and lands at a distance of 98 meters away. What was the initial velocity of the ball?


Homework Equations


x=ViT - 1/2gt^2



The Attempt at a Solution


i havnt made an attempt considering i am extremely lost and do not know where to begin, can anyone give me a hint on where to start?
 
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A good point to start is to read the textbook and find the right equations. That implies some effort to understand what is going on.
There is no acceleration on the x direction (assuming that by x you mean the horizontal direction). The acceleration g is along the y (vertical) direction.
 

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