Solve the Problem. -A Searchlight Is Shaped Like a Paraboloid of Revolution. If

question 148

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-A searchlight is shaped like a paraboloid of revolution. If the light source is located 5 feet from the base along the axis of symmetry and the opening is 8 feet across, how deep should the searchlight be?

• A) 4 ft
• B) 0.8 ft
• C) 1.6 ft
• D) 3.2 ft

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