Two projectiles, A and B, are launched with equal initial speeds. Projectile A is launched at angle 35° and projectile B at angle 55° above the horizontal. Which projectile reaches the ground first?
A) A because it travels faster horizontally.
B) B because it travels faster horizontally.
C) They both reach the ground at the same time.
D) A because it stays above the ground longer.
E) B because it stays above the ground longer.

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Projectile A reaches the ground first because it is launched at a lower angle, resulting in a shorter time of flight compared to projectile B, which is launched at a higher angle and stays in the air longer.

Two Projectiles, a and B, Are Launched with Equal Initial