Solve the Problem. -An Experimental Model for a Suspension Bridge Is Built in Is

question 51

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-An experimental model for a suspension bridge is built in the shape of a parabolic arch. In one section, cable runs from the top of one tower down to the roadway, just touching it there, and up again to the top of a second
Tower. The towers stand 60 inches apart. At a point between the towers and 18 inches along the road from the
Base of one tower, the cable is 1.44 inches above the roadway. Find the height of the towers.

• A) 11 in.
• B) 9 in.
• C) 8.5 in.
• D) 9.5 in.

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