SOLUTION: For the function h(t) = acos (k(t - d)) + c, describe what a, k, d and c represent if the function models the height of a car on a Ferris wheel.

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Question 1140449: For the function h(t) = acos (k(t - d)) + c, describe what a, k, d and c represent if the function models the height of a car on a Ferris wheel.
Answer by josmiceli(19441) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
+a+ is the diameter of the Ferris wheel
+k+ is the speed the wheel is turning
+d+ is your location on the wheel in angular measure
from the +t+=+0+ point
+c+ is the height of the center of the wheel above ground
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