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Modeling with Functions — Quiz

Question 5 • Algebraic Reasoning

The distance it takes a car to come to a complete stop after the brakes are applied is related to the speed that the car is traveling. The stopping distances and speeds are shown in the table. Stopping Distance of a Car vs. Speed Stopping Distance, d (in feet) Speed, s (in miles per hour) 20 17 point 8 9 40 25 point 3 0 60 30 point 9 8 80 35 point 7 8 100 40 point 0 0 Which equation best represents the data in the table?

Answer
A
s is equal to 13 point 7 log d
B
s is equal to 0 point 3 7 d plus 20
C
s is equal to 1 over 25 d squared
D
s is equal to 4 square root of d
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