Solve the problem.A rectangular swimming pool has a parabolic drain plate at the bottom of the pool. The drain plate is shaped like the region between y = x2 and the line y = from x = -1 to x = 1. The pool is 10 ft by 20 ft and 8 ft deep. If the drain plate is designed to withstand a fluid force of 200 lb, how high can the pool be filled without exceeding this limitation?

Question

A. 4 ft 11 in.
B. 5 ft 6 in.
C. 5 ft 9 in.
D. 5 ft 1 in.

Answer 1

Answer: D