Question
A superhero is trying to leap over a tall building. The function f(x)=-16x^2+200x gives the superheroes height in feet as a function of time. The building is 612 feet high. Will the superhero make it over the building? Explain.
Answers
Henry
Vo = 200 Ft/s = Initial velocity.
g = 2*(-16) = -32 Ft/s^2.
hmax = (V^2-Vo^2)/2g = (0-(200)^2)/-64 =
625 Ft.
Yes, because his max. ht. is greater
than the ht. of the building.
g = 2*(-16) = -32 Ft/s^2.
hmax = (V^2-Vo^2)/2g = (0-(200)^2)/-64 =
625 Ft.
Yes, because his max. ht. is greater
than the ht. of the building.