Solve the Problem $$h ( t ) = - 16 t ^ { 2 } + 40 t + 50$$

question 21

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-Consider the quadratic model h( $$h ( t ) = - 16 t ^ { 2 } + 40 t + 50$$ for the height (in feet) , h, of an object t seconds after the object has been projected straight up into the air. Find the maximum height attained by the object. How much
Time does it take to fall back to the ground? Assume that it takes the same time for going up and coming down.

• A) maximum height = 50 ft; time to reach ground = 1.25 seconds
• B) maximum height = 75 ft; time to reach ground = 2.5 seconds
• C) maximum height = 75 ft; time to reach ground = 1.25 seconds
• D) maximum height = 50 ft; time to reach ground = 2.5 seconds

Analyze the impact of changing dividend policies on stock valuation.

Distinguish between different rates of return and their implications on stock prices.

Apply the concept of price today versus price in the future in stock valuation.

Understand the concept and calculations involved in moving average and exponential smoothing models.

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