EBK PHYSICS
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Author: Walker
Publisher: YUZU
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Chapter 4, Problem 3CQ
A projectile is launched from level ground. When it lands, its direction of motion has rotated clockwise through 60°. What was the launch angle? Explain.
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Chapter 4 Solutions
EBK PHYSICS
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