Question: A batter hits a fly ball which leaves the bat 0.90m above the ground at an angle of 61o with an initial speed of 28m/s

A batter hits a fly ball which leaves the bat 0.90m above the ground at an angle of 61o with an initial speed of 28m/s heading toward centerfield. Ignore air resistance.
(a) How far from home plate would the ball land if not caught?
(b) The ball is caught by the centerfielder who, starting at a distance of 105m from home plate, runs straight toward home plate at a constant speed and makes the catch at ground level. Find his speed.

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