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Intermediate Algebra – Student Workbook – Second Edition 2013

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Lesson 5a - Introduction to Quadratic Functions<br />

Assessment<br />

2. The function h(<br />

t)<br />

16t<br />

2 88t<br />

gives the height (in feet) of a golf ball after t seconds.<br />

Round answers to two decimal places as needed. All answers must include appropriate units<br />

of measure.<br />

a) Determine the maximum height of the ball. Show your work. Write your answer in a<br />

complete sentence.<br />

b) How long does it take for the ball to hit the ground? Show your work. Write your<br />

answer in a complete sentence.<br />

c) Identify the vertical intercept. Write it as an ordered pair and interpret its meaning in a<br />

complete sentence.<br />

d) Determine the practical domain of h(t). Use proper notation.<br />

e) Determine the practical range of h(t). Use proper notation.<br />

Scottsdale Community College Page 206 <strong>Intermediate</strong> <strong>Algebra</strong>

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