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1. A ball rolls down a ramp with a slope of -3/5. During its descent, the ball is at 15 feet at one point and 7 at another, as shown in the diagram. Find the horizontal distance (x), in feet, that the ball traveled during the indicated spots.

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Concept: Mathematical Analysis

  • Slope: -3/5
  • 15 feet to 7 feet
  • Horizontal distance is 3/5*8
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