A shot-putter on Earth throws at about 40^circ rather than 45^circ partly because:

  1. the shot is too light
  2. gravity is weaker at 40^circ
  3. 45^circ is illegal
  4. air resistance and the release height favour a lower angle
Answer

D) air resistance and the release height favour a lower angle

Both effects reduce the best angle below 45^circ. SLO P-11-B-06 · Understanding

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