Algebra and Trigonometry 10th Edition

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Chapter 3 - 3.2 - Polynomial Functions of Higher Degree - 3.2 Exercises - Page 263: 98c

Answer

The vertex of the parabola is: $(15.22,2.54)$

Work Step by Step

Using the formula in finding the vertex of the given equation $y=-0.009t^2+0.274t+0.458$: $$t=-\frac{b}{2a}=-\frac{0.274}{2(-0.009)}=15.22$$ Finding $y$: $$y=-0.009(15.22)^2+0.274(15.22)+0.458=2.54$$ Thus, the vertex of the parabola is: $$(15.22,2.54)$$
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