SOLUTION: A falling object travels a distance given by the formula d = 2t + 16t2, where t is measured in seconds and d is measured in feet. How long will it take for the object to travel 68

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Question 1124407: A falling object travels a distance given by the formula d = 2t + 16t2, where t is measured in seconds and d is measured in feet. How long will it take for the object to travel 68 ft?
Answer by ikleyn(52781)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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To answer this question, solve the quadratic equation


    16t^2 + 2t - 68 = 0.


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