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OpenStudy (anonymous):

If a ball is thrown into the air with a velocity of 40ft/s, its height(in ft) after t seconds is given by y=40t-16t^2. Find the velocity when t=2.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Do you understand derivatives?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

In this case, the velocity is the derivative of the height.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

So they are just asking you to find \(\frac{dy}{dt} (2)\).

OpenStudy (anonymous):

i dont really understand, could you show me?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Do you know how to differentiate? (Find the derivative)

OpenStudy (anonymous):

i think so. The derivative of f^1(a)

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