Physics

Problem

Rescue workers need to fire a cable launcher from the ground to a platform that is

25\,\text{m}

higher and

60\,\text{m}

horizontally away. The launcher can fire the cable at a speed of

28\,\text{m\,s}^{-1}

. Neglect air resistance. Which of the following statements is most accurate? a) Launching at approximately

25^{\circ}

will reach the platform. b) Launching at approximately

45^{\circ}

will reach the platform. c) No launch angle at this speed will allow the cable to reach the platform. d) Launching at approximately

60^{\circ}

will reach the platform.