Projectile motion really confused please reply soon

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The discussion centers on calculating the range of a projectile, specifically a baseball hit at a 30.0-degree angle with an initial velocity of 40.0 m/s. The correct distance the baseball travels in the air is 141 meters. The user initially struggled with determining the time of flight but ultimately found the solution. Key equations of motion were referenced to solve the problem.

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Homework Statement



A baseball player leads off the game and hits a long home run. The ball leaves the bat at an angle of 30.0o from the horizontal with a velocity of 40.0 m/s. How far will it travel in the air? [141 m]

Homework Equations



Equations of motion

The Attempt at a Solution



I have tried to figure out the time it takes and i just have no clue every answer i get is different and wrong to the answer please tell me my test is tomorrow and am in dier need of help
 
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nevermind I have found the answer
 

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