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The path of a football kicked by a field goal kicker can be modeled by the equation y = –0.03x2 + 1.53x, where x is the horizontal distance in yards and y is the corresponding height in yards.

What is the football’s maximum height? Round to the nearest tenth.
yds.
How far is the football kicked?
yds.

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Answer:

Maximum height: 19.5 yards

Football kicked: 51 yards

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