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Writing an Equation Assume that the ball rebounds the same percentage on each bounce. Using the initial drop height and the height after the first bounce, find the common ratio,r.Note: Round r to three decimal places. Use this formula:common ratio = height on first bounce/initial heightheight on first bounce = 54 in Dropped from 72in (6 feet)

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The common ratio = 0.750 (3 decimal places)

Step-by-step explanation:

Initial drop height = 72 inches

Height after the first bounce = 54 inches

common ratio = r = height on first bounce/initial height

r = 54/72

r = 0.75

The common ratio = 0.750 (3 decimal places)

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