Question

a model rocket is launched from a roof into a large field. the path of the rocket can be modeled by the equation y=-0.04x^2+8.3x+4.3, where x is the horizontal distance, in meters, from the starting point on the roof and y is the height, in meters, of the rocket above the ground. how far horizontally from the starting point will the rocket land.

Answer 1

Options are:
208.02 M
416.03 M
0.52 M
208.19 M

Answer 2

I already gave all the information I have on the question.

Answer 3

I get +208 or - 0.52
so pick 208

Answer 4

Its range certainly CAN be greater than its max altitude. Try firing a rifle.

Answer 5

moreover you said 53 which is higher than the 4.3 meter roof

Answer 6

You solved the quadratic wrong.

Answer 7

Good grief !