Solve the Problem $0.07 \mathrm {~d} ^ { 3 / 2 }$

question 109

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-The algebraic expression $0.07 \mathrm {~d} ^ { 3 / 2 }$ describes the duration of a storm, in hours, whose diameter is $\mathrm { d }$ miles. Use a calculator to determine the duration of a storm with a diameter of 15 miles. Round to the nearest hundredth.

• A) \(4.07 \mathrm { hr }\)
• B) \(0.27 \mathrm { hr }\)
• C) \(58.09 \mathrm { hr }\)
• D) \(1.08 \mathrm { hr }\)

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