Problem 6 of 7
Identify the initial height in projectile function h(t)=-4.9t^2+10t+2.5.
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Function must model height as a function of time and be evaluable at t=0.
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1. Evaluate the height function at t=0.
2. In standard form, read the constant term when available.
3. State the initial height in context.
Use the worked steps, then substitute the final answer back into the original relationship to confirm it satisfies the prompt.
Using the vertex height as the initial height.