Suppose a player hits several baseballs. Which baseball will be in the air for the longest time?

  • A

    The one with the farthest range.

  • B

    The one which reaches maximum height.

  • C

    The one with the greatest initial velocity.

  • D

    The one leaving the bat at $45^o$ with respect to the ground.

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