Find the Common Ratio R for the Given Infinite Geometric $$\frac { 3 } { 5 }$$

question 273

Multiple Choice

Find the common ratio r for the given infinite geometric sequence.
- $$\frac { 3 } { 5 }$$ A ball is dropped from a height of 5.0 m. On each upward bounce the ball returns to of its previous height. Find the total vertical distance the ball travels before coming to rest.

• A) 22.2 m
• B) 20.0 m
• C) 21.0 m
• D) 12.5 m

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