Quadratic functions can be used to describe the rate at which an object will fall and predict when it will land or how high it may go. Create a quadratic function using the function y=−16t2 to help predict when an object will return to the ground from being kicked, dropped, or thrown. In 3–5 sentences, describe the scenario in which you will use the function. Write the complete function and explain the meaning of the variable t and the constant value.(4 points)
The scenario in which I will use the quadratic function y = -16t^2 is when a ball is thrown straight up into the air. In this case, "t" represents the time in seconds and "y" represents the height of the ball in feet above the ground. The constant value -16 indicates the acceleration due to gravity, which is a negative value because gravity pulls the ball downwards. By solving this quadratic equation, we can determine when the ball will return to the ground (when y = 0) and predict its maximum height.
