How many dimples does a typical golf ball have?

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Explanation

Most golf balls have between 300 and 500 dimples — 336 is a common number. Dimples create turbulence that reduces drag and lets the ball fly twice as far as a smooth ball would.

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Most golf balls have between 300 and 500 dimples — 336 is a common number. Dimples create turbulence that reduces drag and lets the ball fly twice as far as a smooth ball would.

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