A Plane Flying Horizontally at an Altitude Of $1 \mathrm { mi }$

question 1

Multiple Choice

A plane flying horizontally at an altitude of $1 \mathrm { mi }$ and a speed of $550 \mathrm { mi } / \mathrm { h }$ passes directly over a radar station. Find the rate at which the distance from the plane to the station is increasing when it is $2 \mathrm { mi }$ away from the station.

• A) \(\approx 476 \mathrm { mi } / \mathrm { h }\)
• B) \(\approx 670 \mathrm { mi } / \mathrm { h }\)
• C) \(\approx 455 \mathrm { mi } / \mathrm { h }\)
• D) \(\approx 570 \mathrm { mi } / \mathrm { h }\)
• E) \(\approx 495 \mathrm { mi } / \mathrm { h }\)

---

Definitions:

Growth

The process of increasing in size, number, value, or strength.

Expertise

Deep knowledge or skill in a particular area or field, gained through experience or education.

Unilever

A British multinational consumer goods company specializing in a wide range of products, including food, beverages, cleaning agents, and personal care items.

SWOT Analysis

A strategic planning technique used to identify Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats related to business competition or project planning.