A Tunnel Is in the Shape of a Parabola

question 383

Multiple Choice

A tunnel is in the shape of a parabola. The maximum height is 29 m and it is 19 m wide at the base. What is the vertical clearance 2 m from the edge of the tunnel?

• A) 27.6 m
• B) 1.4 m
• C) 18.1 m
• D) 10.9 m

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