Solve the Problem $\mathrm { d } = 1.4 \sqrt { \mathrm { h } }$

question 366

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-The distance in miles that can be seen on the surface of the ocean is given by $\mathrm { d } = 1.4 \sqrt { \mathrm { h } }$ where $h$ is the height in feet above the surface of the water. How many feet high above the water (to the nearest tenth) would a pirate have to climb to see 16 miles?

• A) \(501.8 \mathrm { ft }\)
• B) \(5.6 \mathrm { ft }\)
• C) \(65.3 \mathrm { ft }\)
• D) \(130.6 \mathrm { ft }\)

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