Question 8 • Advanced Algebra: Concepts and Connections
The first equation in the system models the height in feet, h , of a falling baseball as a function of time, t The second equation models the height in feet, h , of the glove of a player leaping up to catch the ball as a function of time, t Which statement describes the situation modeled by this system? h is equal to 35 minus 16 t squared h is equal to 6 plus 18 t minus 16 t squared
Answer
A
The height of the baseball is 18 feet at the moment the player begins to leap.
B
The height of the baseball is 16 feet at the moment the player begins to leap.
C
The height of the baseball is 6 feet at the moment the player begins to leap.
D
The height of the baseball is 35 feet at the moment the player begins to leap.