Solve the Problem

question 1

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem. Give the answer to the nearest tenth.
-A ball is thrown downward from a window in a tall building. Its position at time t in seconds is s = + 32t, where s is in feet. How long (to the nearest tenth) will it take the ball to fall 280 feet?

• A) 3.3 sec
• B) 10.9 sec
• C) 3.1 sec
• D) 4.2 sec

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Definitions:

Matter And Energy Laws

Refers to the physical laws that govern the behavior and interaction of matter and energy in physical systems, including the conservation of energy and the conservation of mass.

Recycle

The process of converting waste materials into new products to prevent waste of potentially useful materials, reduce the consumption of fresh raw materials, reduce energy usage, reduce air pollution (from incineration) and water pollution (from landfilling).

Dispersed Geothermal Energy

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Second Law

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