SOLUTION: A skydiver jumps at an elevation of 12,000 feet. He falls at a rate of 40 feet per second. How many seconds has he fallen if his current height is 6,000?

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Question 489139: A skydiver jumps at an elevation of 12,000 feet. He falls at a rate of 40 feet per second. How many seconds has he fallen if his current height is 6,000?
Answer by jorel1380(3719) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
12,000-6,000=6,000
6,000/40=150 seconds
Don't try this at home..