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2.1 Nonlinear Functions - Quadratic graphs and vertex form
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h of t equals, negative 16 t squared, plus 110 t, plus 72

The function above models the height h, in feet, of an object above ground t seconds after being launched straight up in the air. What does the number 72 represent in the function?

A.

The initial height, in feet, of the object

B.

The maximum height, in feet, of the object

C.

The initial speed, in feet per second, of the object

D.

The maximum speed, in feet per second, of the object