Ideally, a ball is thrown up at an angle and lands downrange. Because of air resistance, the distance reached is
A)less.
B)the same.
C)greater.
D)need more information

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Air resistance acts upon the ball during its flight, slowing it down and reducing its range compared to a theoretical perfect ball with no air resistance. Therefore, the distance reached by the ball will be less than if it were thrown in a vacuum or in negligible atmospheric conditions.

Ideally, a Ball Is Thrown Up at an Angle and Lands