A gun is fired with muzzle velocity 1142 feet per second at a target 4450 feet away. Find the minimum angle of elevation necessary to hit the target. Assume the initial height of the bullet is 0 feet, neglect air resistance, and give your answer in degrees.

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A gun is fired with muzzle velocity 1142 feet per second at
a target 4450 feet away. Find the minimum angle of
elevation necessary to hit the target.
Assume the initial height of the bullet is 0 feet, neglect air
resistance, and give your answer in degrees.
Transcribed Image Text:A gun is fired with muzzle velocity 1142 feet per second at a target 4450 feet away. Find the minimum angle of elevation necessary to hit the target. Assume the initial height of the bullet is 0 feet, neglect air resistance, and give your answer in degrees.
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