National Science Foundation

National Curve Bank

MATH Thought for the Day!

Beckman Institute

How long does it take for a 90 mph fastball to reach home plate?

The distance is 60 feet, 6 inches.

We know it is fast, but how fast is it?

"According to the LA Times, 4 seconds is the approximate span from the time a pitcher begins his pitching motion to when a 90 mph ball reaches the plate."

Previous Thought | Next Thought