Projectile Motion Long Jump Question

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Ms. Bongiorno's long jump involves a horizontal distance of 7.59 meters and an airtime of 0.72 seconds. To find her jumping speed, the horizontal distance is divided by the time, yielding a speed of approximately 10.54 m/s. The angle of the jump can be determined using projectile motion equations, factoring in the horizontal and vertical components of the jump. Participants in the discussion are encouraged to verify calculations and provide feedback on the approach taken. The focus remains on ensuring the accuracy of the solution for the physics problem presented.
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Homework Statement


Ms. Bongiorno is competing in the Olympics in the long jump. She jumps 7.59m horizontally and is in the air for 0.72s.
a) With what speed did she jump?
b) At what angle did she jump?

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My attempt at the solution is shown below. Can anyone verify my work and see if I am on the right track? Thanks. All help is very much appreciated!
 

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