Algebra 2 (1st Edition)

Published by McDougal Littell
ISBN 10: 0618595414
ISBN 13: 978-0-61859-541-9

Chapter 8 Rational Functions - 8.4 Multiply and Divide Rational Expressions - 8.4 Exercises - Problem Solving - Page 579: 50b

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Given: $h_g=k_1H^3V^2\\h_r=k_2H^2$ When the ratio of heat generated to heat released equals 1, the height $H$ is inversely proportional to the square of the speed $V$. The shorter runner will have the speed advantage: $\frac{h_g}{h_r}=\frac{k_1HV^2}{k_2}=1$
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