200 150 100 50 -100 4 6 8 10 12 Time after launch (sec) Velocity (ft/sec) 2.

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Chapter3: Functions
Section3.3: Rates Of Change And Behavior Of Graphs
Problem 1SE: Can the average rate of change of a function be constant?
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When a model rocket is launched, the propellant
burns for a few seconds, accelerating the rocket upward.
After burnout, the rocket coasts upward for a while and then begins
to fall. A small explosive charge pops out a parachute shortly after
the rocket starts down. The parachute slows the rocket to keep it
from breaking when it lands. For how many seconds did the engine burn? 

200
150
100
50
-100
4
6 8 10
12
Time after launch (sec)
Velocity (ft/sec)
2.
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