The equation of motion of a projectile is $y = Ax - Bx^2$ where $A$ and $B$ are constants of motion. The horizontal range of the projectile is

  • A
    $A/B$
  • B
    $B/A$
  • C
    $A^2/B$
  • D
    $B^2/A$

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The equation of trajectory of a projectile is $y = 10x - (5/9)x^2$. If we assume $g = 10 \ m/s^2$, the range of the projectile (in meters) is:

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