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16 September, 03:13

A small toy rocket is launched from a 20-foot pad. The height (h, in feet) of the rocket t seconds after

taking off is given by the formula h = - 2t^2 - 6t + 20. How long will it take the rocket to hit the

ground?

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  1. 16 September, 03:54
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    t = 2 sec

    Step-by-step explanation:

    h = - 2t² - 6t + 20

    When the rocket hits the ground. h = 0 ft.

    - 2t² - 6t + 20 = 0 / : (-2)

    t² + 3t - 10 = 0

    (t + 5) (t - 2) = 0

    t = - 5, t = 2

    Time can be only positive.
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