The textbooks say that the maximum range for projectile motion (with no air resistance) is 45 degrees. How do you get this? Here we go.

They are varying the initial angles and velocities to hit a target distance. Take advantage of student interest with the following strategies to help you integrate Angry Birds into your instruction.

Most people know that a ball without air resistance (traditional projectile motion) goes the farthest if you throw it at a 45 degree angle. What if there is air resistance?