After Opening the Parachute, the Descent of a Parachutist Follows

question 41

Multiple Choice

After opening the parachute, the descent of a parachutist follows a linear model. At 3:31 P.M., the height of the parachutist is 2800 feet. At 3:32 P.M., the height is 1600 feet. Use a linear equation that gives the height of the parachutist in terms of the time to find the time when the parachutist will reach the ground.

• A)3:33:40 P.M.
• B)3:33:20 P.M.
• C)3:32:10 P.M.
• D)3:34:00 P.M.
• E)3:33:50 P.M.

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