The Function P(d)= $1 + \frac { d } { 33 }$

question 216

Multiple Choice

The function P(d) = $1 + \frac { d } { 33 }$ gives the pressure, in atmospheres ( atm ) , at a depth d feet in the sea. Find and interpret P(47) . Do not round your answer.

• A) \(\frac { 47 } { 33 }\) ; At a depth of 47 feet, the pressure is \(\frac { 47 } { 33 }\) atm.
• B) \(\frac { 80 } { 33 }\) ; At a depth of 80
• 33 feet, the pressure is 47 atm .
• C) \(\frac { 47 } { 33 }\) At a depth of \(\frac { 47 } { 33 }\) feet, the pressure is 47 atm .
• D) \(\frac { 80 } { 33 }\) ; At a depth of 47 feet, the pressure is \(\frac { 80 } { 33 }\) atm.

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