The horizontal range of a projectile is bigger when it is thrown at an angle of:
Correct answer: D. 360°
- A. 60°
- B. 90°
- C. 180°
- D. 360°
Explanation
In the context of projectile motion, the horizontal range is the farthest distance the projectile travels horizontally before hitting the ground. When a projectile is launched at an angle of 360° (horizontally), it covers the maximum horizontal distance because all of the initial velocity is directed horizontally. This maximizes the horizontal range. Launching at any other angle would result in a component of the initial velocity being directed vertically, reducing the horizontal distance covered.
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