The Height in Feet of a Rocket in Flight

question 8

Multiple Choice

The height in feet of a rocket in flight is given by the formula , where is the time of the flight in seconds. How long will it take for the rocket to hit the ground?

• A) 11 sec
• B) 10 sec
• C) 8 sec
• D) 12 sec
• E) 13 sec

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