A cannon is mounted on a truck that moves forward at a speed of 5 m/s. The operator wants to launch a ball from a cannon so the ball goes as far as possible before hitting the level surface. The muzzle velocity of the cannon is 50 m/s. What angle from the horizontal should the operator point the cannon?

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anonymous · Answer

You must know what is angle to get the maximum range for a two dimensional projectile motion

anonymous · Answer

I don't get it. Can you show me the work?

anonymous · Answer

first you tell me what is the general expression for RANGE ?

anonymous · Answer

All I know is that the cannon isn't stationary.

anonymous · Answer

you need to know lil bit about 2d projectile motion!!..