Solve the problem.A tunnel is in the shape of a parabola. The maximum height is
and it is 14 m wide at the base. What is the vertical clearance 6 m from the edge of the tunnel?A = 38 mB = 14 m
A. 36.4 m
B. 37.2 m
C. 0.8 m
D. 1.6 m
Answer: B
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A. 220 years B. 120 years C. 110 years D. 115 years
Solve the problem.The formula E = 1000(100 - T) + 580(100 - T)2 is used to approximate the elevation (in meters) above sea level at which water boils at a temperature of T (in degrees Celsius). Find the rate of change of E with respect to T for a temperature of 99°C.
A. -59,580 m/°C B. -2160 m/°C C. -1160 m/°C D. 2160 m/°C
Solve the problem.The number of mosquitoes M(x), in millions, in a certain area depends on the June rainfall x, in inches, according to the formula What rainfall produces the maximum number of mosquitoes?
A. 4.5 in. B. 81 in. C. 9 in. D. 0 in.
Solve the system by elimination.
What will be an ideal response?