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Bomber Problem
A WWII Bomber from an aircraft carrier flying at an altitude of 3000 m and a horizontal velocity of 100 m/s drops a bomb. Find the horizontal distance the bomb travels before hitting the ground.
Artillery's Range Problem
An artillery shell is fired at an angle of 30° with respect to the horizon with an initial velocity of 760 m/s. Find the range of the artillery shell.
Anti-Balloon Gun Problem
An observation balloon floats over the Enemy lines and the defenders decide to shoot it down. The defending gunners determine the balloon is 3015 m above the ground at a distance of 5000 m. They fire a cannon at an angle of 40° with respect to the horizon with an initial velocity of 760 m/s.
