Solve the Problem. -If the Formula R = -0.037t + 50.1 Can Be

question 164

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-If the formula R = -0.037t + 50.1 can be used to predict the world record in the 400-meter dash t years after 1925, for what years will the world records be 48.6 seconds or less?

• A) 1967 or after
• B) 1966 or after
• C) 1965 or after
• D) 1941 or after

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