A baseball player hits a ball toward the outfield. The height h of the ball in feet is modeled by h(t) = -16t2 + 22t + 3, where t is the time in seconds. In addition, the function d(t) = 85t models the horizontal distance d traveled by the ball. If no one catches the ball, how long will it stay in the air? (Round to the nearest tenth of a second and enter only the number.)

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anonymous · Answer

To the nearest tenth of a foot, what is the horizontal distance that the ball travels before it hits the ground?

cwrw238 · Answer

h = 0 when ball lands :
so solve 0 = -16t2 + 22t + 3

cwrw238 · Answer

this will give you the value of the time  t  in the air
then horizontal distance = 85 * t

cwrw238 · Answer

can you solve this equation?