Suppose the Position Function for a Free-Falling Object on a Certain

question 26

Multiple Choice

Suppose the position function for a free-falling object on a certain planet is given by A silver coin is dropped from the top of a building that is 1372 feet tall.Find the instantaneous velocity of the coin when

• A)-96 ft/sec
• B)-32 ft/sec
• C)-20 ft/sec
• D)-144 ft/sec
• E)-48 ft/sec

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