Acted on solely by a constant acceleration, 1/2gt^2. The vector for horizontal motion is independent being perpendicular to the acceleration, so the equation is a single variable quadratic
So, did they teach you enough useful math in those econ classes to know what kind of curve that type of quadratic describes?
Most certainly I learned quadratics. I think they teach that to middle schoolers now.
But you assume the surface is planar and that gravity is as well. Gravity is not planar. It is a point in 3D space. Other than over short distances, the difference is evident and measurable.
So, once again, you've inserted yourself into the fray, only to be found wanting.
Try again.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/2169613_Ballistic_trajectory_Parabola_ellipse_or_what
https://lockhaven.edu/~dsimanek/scenario/secrets.htm
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