Real World Problems

Question

The speed s (in miles per hour) of a car driving on dry asphalt can be given by s = 4.74√(d), where d is the stopping distance (in feet). What is the approximate stopping distance of a car traveling 55 miles per hour? Round your answer to the nearest hundredth.

about ? feet

Answer 1

Hello Jordan,

The problem can be summarized as s = 55 and d = ? Substitute 55 for s and see if you can solve for d. You can submit your work for further questions or checking.