Solve the Problem

question 485

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem. Round your answer to two decimal places.
-The distance an object falls when dropped from a tower varies directly as the square of the time it falls. If the object falls 144 feet in 3 seconds, how far will it fall in 4 seconds?

• A) 256 ft
• B) 224 ft
• C) 288 ft
• D) 64 ft

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Definitions:

Mouth

The opening in the face used for intake of food and drink, articulation of speech, and respiratory activities.

Throat

The anterior part of the neck, starting from the base of the skull to the collarbone, which contains the pharynx and larynx and is involved in breathing, swallowing, and speaking.

Hypoxia

A condition in which there is insufficient oxygen in the tissues to maintain bodily functions.

Oxygen Levels

Oxygen levels refer to the concentration of oxygen in the blood, vital for bodily functions and monitored to assess respiratory and circulatory health.