when the depth is 4 inches, how far from the base of the can will the water stream strike the ground

Question

Distance is D with plots 0, 1, 2, 3, 4

Depth is H with plots 1, 1.25, 2, 3.25, 5

Answer 1

This is the same quadratic relationship as in the problem you previously posted, H(D) = .25D² + 1

 

Here, you're told the depth (H=4), and asked to find the distance D.  So, plug it in.

 

4 = .25D² + 1

3 = .25D²

12 = D²

D = √12 = 3.46