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Step 1. What factors are considered when a ball is pitched?
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Step 2. Using CurveBall, set the parameters that represents the curveball inside and the curveball outside. Identify those in the table below.
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Step 3. Give a detailed written explanation of the differences between the pitches that Tommy has thrown.
Curveball Inside:
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Curveball Outside:
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Fastball:
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Step 4. Give a mathematical explanation of each pitch that Tommy has thrown.
Curveball Inside:
Curveball Outside:
Fastball:
Step 5. Based on your knowledge of CurveBall, what could Doug have said to Tommy? _______________________________________________________________________
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Step 6. Demonstrate your explanations to a friend using CurveBall.
BONUS: If Tommy is able to throw a Screwball (reverse spin), what are the differences that will be found in the mathematical parameters?