Question The height of a golf ball after it has been hit from the top of a hlll can be modeled by the equation h = -8(2t - 6)(t +4), where h Is height in feet and t is time in seconds. How long is the ball in the air? The ball is in the air for second(s).

Question The height of a golf ball after it has been hit from the top of a hlll can be modeled by the equation h = -8(2t - 6)(t +4), where h Is height in feet and t is time in seconds. How long is the ball in the air? The ball is in the air for second(s).

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Elementary Algebra

17th Edition

ISBN:9780998625713

Author:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Publisher:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Chapter10: Quadratic Equations

Section10.3: Solve Quadratic Equations Using The Quadratic Formula

Problem 139E: A flare is fired straight up from a ship at sea. Solve the equation 16(t213t+40)=0 for t, the...

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