The Physics Classroom

Hit the Target

Use kinematic equations and projectile motion principles to predict a launch speed, horizontal displacement, or launch height in order to successfully fire a cannonball into the target position.

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Tutorial information on solving horizontally launched projectile problems is available at:
The Physics Classroom Tutorial.

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