Solve the Problem. -A Searchlight Is Shaped Like a Paraboloid of Revolution. If

question 114

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-A searchlight is shaped like a paraboloid of revolution. If the light source is located 5 feet from the basealong the axis of symmetry and the opening is 8 feet across, how deep should the searchlight be?

• A)0.8 ft
• B)1.6 ft
• C)3.2 ft
• D)4 ft

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