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An arrow is shot upward with a velocity of 64 feet per second. Using the formula h(t)=64t-16t^2, how long after the arrow is released does it hit the ground?

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It hits the ground when h(t)=0

-16t^2+64t=0  factor

-16t(t-4)=0, we know t>0 so

t=4 seconds.

Answer:

After the 4 second arrow is released, it will hit the ground.

Step-by-step explanation:

Consider the provided formula.

[tex]h(t)=64t-16t^2[/tex]

We need to find how long after the arrow is released does it hit the ground.

If the arrow hit the ground that means the value of h(t)=0.

Substitute the value of h(t)=0 and solve the equation as shown.

[tex]64t-16t^2=0[/tex]

[tex]16t(4-t)=0[/tex]

Now use zero product rule: If ab=0 then either a=0 or b=0

[tex]16t=0\ or\ 4-t=0[/tex]

[tex]t=0\ or\ -t=-4[/tex]

[tex]t=0\ or\ t=4[/tex]

Hence, after the 4 second arrow is released, it will hit the ground.