Question

Determine the average rate of change in braking distance, in ft/mph, between one can traveling at 50 mph and one
traveling at 70 mph. Explain what this rate of change means as it relates to braking distance.

Answer 1

Answer:

306.25-156.25/70-50 =150/20=7.5 ft/mph

Step-by-step explanation:

For every 1 mph over 50 mph a car is traveling, its braking distance increases by 7.5 ft