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MATH 1201-01 College Algebra - AY2025-T5 Assignment Activity Unit3

The document is an assignment for a College Algebra course analyzing quadratic and linear functions through various scenarios, including a bungee jumping scenario and road planning. It includes mathematical analysis, graphical interpretations, and electricity pricing in Italy, with relevant equations and calculations. The submission is original and includes references to educational materials.

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MATH 1201-01 College Algebra - AY2025-T5 Assignment Activity Unit3

The document is an assignment for a College Algebra course analyzing quadratic and linear functions through various scenarios, including a bungee jumping scenario and road planning. It includes mathematical analysis, graphical interpretations, and electricity pricing in Italy, with relevant equations and calculations. The submission is original and includes references to educational materials.

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SCHOOL:UNIVERSITY OF THE PEOPLE

STUDENT: Business administration

NAME: Luke Gabriel

CURORSE: MATH 1201-01 College Algebra -AY2025-T5 Assignment Activity Unit3

Assignment Title: Assignment on Linear and Quadratic Functions

DATE: 07/07, 2025

INSTRUCTOR: Prof Simi T A.

Task 1: Analyzing a Quadratic Function – Bungee Jumping Scenario


Given equation:
h(t) = -0.5t² + v₀t + h₀

Where:
- h(t): Height (in meters)
- t: Time (in seconds)
- v₀ = 0 m/s
- h₀ = 210 m

So the equation becomes:


h(t) = -0.5t² + 210

(i) Mathematical Analysis


(a) Domain and Range
Domain: t ∈ [0, 20.49]
Range: h ∈ [0, 210]
The domain represents the total time in the air. The range shows height from river to the
bridge.

(b) Vertex
Vertex = (0, 210)
It represents the starting height of the jumper.
(c) Maximum Height
At t = 0, h(t) = 210
The jumper starts at max height of 210 meters.

(d) Time when h(t) = 11


-0.5t² + 210 = 11 ⇒ t² = 398 ⇒ t ≈ 19.95 seconds

(e) Height after 20 seconds


h(20) = -0.5(20)² + 210 = 10 meters

(f) When does jumper touch river


h(t) = 0 ⇒ t² = 420 ⇒ t ≈ 20.49 seconds

(ii) Graphical Interpretation


(a) Graph: Plot using GeoGebra: h(t) = -0.5t² + 210
Domain: [0, 20.49], Range: [0, 210]

(b) Height is decreasing from t = 0 onward (no increasing interval).

(c) Axis of symmetry: t = 0

(d) Intercepts:
- t-intercept: (0, 210)
- h-intercept: (20.49, 0)

Task 2: Linear Function – Road Planning


(i) Equation connecting A(5,7) and B(6,5):
Slope m = -2
Equation: y = -2x + 17

(ii) Road's slope: -2

(iii) Elevation change from A to B: -2 units

(iv) Parallel: Same slope -2; Perpendicular: Slope 1/2

(v) Use GeoGebra for plotting road and alternative routes

(vi) Intercepts:
- y-intercept: (0,17)
- x-intercept: (8.5,0)

(vii) Infinite parallel and perpendicular roads possible


Task 3: Electricity Pricing in Italy
(i) Linear Function:
Let C = total cost, x = units consumed
C(x) = 0.78x + 50

(ii) Average rate of change:


ΔC/Δx = 0.78
For each extra unit, the bill increases by $0.78

References
Stitz, C., & Zeager, J. (2013). College algebra. Stitz Zeager Open Source Mathematics.
https://stitz-zeager.com/szca07042013.pdf

Yoshiwara, K. (2020). Modeling, functions and graphs. American Institute of


Mathematics. https://yoshiwarabooks.org/mfg/MFG.html

GlobalPetrolPrices.com. (2024). Electricity prices around the world.


https://www.globalpetrolprices.com/electricity_prices/

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