SOLUTION: Solve: the polynomial function f(50)= 0.04^3-0.14x^2+5.1x+11 models the path of a portion of the track of a roller coaster as shown. x=50

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Question 180769: Solve:
the polynomial function f(50)= 0.04^3-0.14x^2+5.1x+11 models the path of a portion of the track of a roller coaster as shown. x=50

Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Start with the given equation.


Plug in .


Cube to get .


Square to get .


Multiply and to get .


Multiply and to get .


Multiply and to get .


Combine like terms.



So the answer is

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