Question

The function y = -16t+ 40 represents the height y (in feet) of a water droplet t seconds after falling from an icicle. After how many seconds does the water droplet hit the ground? Round your answer to two decimal places. ​

Answer 1

Answer: The water fountain shoots water from a height of 6 ft.

Step-by-step explanation: When looking at a Quadratic Function on a graph it looks like a U (this one would be a upside down U). The top of that U is the Vertex. (keep in mind the question revolves around the X-Intersect)

A water droplet reaches its maximum height after 6 s IS WRONG

Talking about the VERTEX

It takes 6 s for a water droplet to rise and fall back to the ground IS WRONG

This is talking about the WHOLE Parabola

A water droplet reaches a maximum height of 6 ft. IS WRONG

This is also talking about the VERTEX