For Which Value of θ Is the Range of a Projectile

question 36

Multiple Choice

For which value of θ is the range of a projectile fired from ground level a maximum?

• A) 30° above the horizontal
• B) 45° above the horizontal
• C) 55° above the horizontal
• D) 60° above the horizontal
• E) 90° above the horizontal

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