Precalculus: Mathematics for Calculus, 7th Edition

Published by Brooks Cole
ISBN 10: 1305071751
ISBN 13: 978-1-30507-175-9

Chapter 3 - Section 3.6 - Rational Functions - 3.6 Exercises - Page 310: 90

Answer

The vertical asymptote happens when the denominator is zero: $v^2=2gR,v=\sqrt {2gR}$ Physically, the vertical asymptote means that the maximum velocity can be achieved by the rocket is $v=\sqrt {2gR}$.

Work Step by Step

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