Solve for Golf Ball Angle and Velocity: 300m Hole with/without Air Resistance

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To determine the angle and initial velocity required for a golf ball to reach a hole 300 meters away, calculations must be made for both scenarios: with and without air resistance. The problem acknowledges that there are infinite pairs of angle and velocity values that can achieve this distance. In an ideal environment without air resistance, the optimal launch angle is typically around 45 degrees for maximum range. However, when factoring in air resistance, the angle and velocity will differ, requiring more complex calculations. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for accurately solving projectile motion problems in physics.
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Homework Statement


What is the angle and inital velocity required for a golf ball to go in a hole 300m away?
/\Dx= 300m
Find two answers; one in an environment with air resistance, and one w/o air resistance.


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