The quadratic function h (t) = - t2 + 5t + 6 models a paper ball being thrown into a trash can. How many seconds does it take for the paper to reach the bottom of the trash can?

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Justus Schmidt

24 January, 16:45

The quadratic function h (t) = - t2 + 5t + 6 models a paper ball being thrown into a trash can. How many seconds does it take for the paper to reach the bottom of the trash can?

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