SOLUTION: The equation D = 1.2√h gives the distance, D, in miles that a person can see to the horizon from a height, h, in feet.
a) Solve the equation for h
b) Mammoth is 11,059
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Question 433264: The equation D = 1.2√h gives the distance, D, in miles that a person can see to the horizon from a height, h, in feet.
a) Solve the equation for h
b) Mammoth is 11,059 feet in elevation. How far can you see to the horizon from the top of Mammoth Mountain?
Thanks,
Blanca C
Answer by jorel1380(3719) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
a)D=1.2√h
D^2=1.44h
D^2/1.44=h
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b)1.2√11059=1.2(105.162)=126.194 miles.
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