Solve the Problem $t$ Seconds Is $h = - 10 t ^ { 2 } + 320 t$

question 175

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-A projectile is thrown upward so that its distance above the ground after $t$ seconds is $h = - 10 t ^ { 2 } + 320 t$ After how many seconds does it reach its maximum height?

• A) \(32 \mathrm {~s}\)
• B) \(16 \mathrm {~s}\)
• C) \(8 \mathrm {~s}\)
• D) \(24 \mathrm {~s}\)

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The level of production at which a firm achieves the lowest possible cost per unit, maximizing productivity and minimizing waste.

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