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Basketball Graph

 

The graph below models the path the ball takes once it leaves the player’s hands.

 

At what height did the player release the ball?

Description of graph area: The x-axis of the graph is labeled “Distance in Feet.” It extends from zero to fifteen, in increments of one. The y-axis of the graph is labeled “Height in Feet.” It extends from negative two to twelve, in increments of one. The path of the ball starts at the point (3, 0) and follows a parabolic shape reaching a height at (5, 8) and landing at (8, 0).

There are four answer choices to choose from:

  1. 3 feet
  2. 4 feet
  3. 5 feet
  4. 6 feet

Correct Answer: B.

 

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At what distance did the player release the ball?

Description of graph area: The x-axis of the graph is labeled “Distance in Feet.” It extends from zero to fifteen, in increments of one. The y-axis of the graph is labeled “Height in Feet.” It extends from negative two to twelve, in increments of one. The path of the ball starts at the point (3, 0) and follows a parabolic shape reaching a height at (5, 8) and landing at (8, 0).

There are four answer choices to choose from:

  1. 3 feet
  2. 4 feet
  3. 5 feet
  4. 6 feet

Correct Answer: A

 

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What was the maximum height of the ball?

Description of graph area: The x-axis of the graph is labeled “Distance in Feet.” It extends from zero to fifteen, in increments of one. The y-axis of the graph is labeled “Height in Feet.” It extends from negative two to twelve, in increments of one. The path of the ball starts at the point (3, 0) and follows a parabolic shape reaching a height at (5, 8) and landing at (8, 0).

There are four answer choices to choose from:

  1. 5 feet
  2. 6 feet
  3. 7 feet
  4. 8 feet

Correct Answer: D.

 

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The hoop is 7 feet high and is located 3 feet from where the player released the ball. 
Does she make a basket?

Description of graph area: The x-axis of the graph is labeled “Distance in Feet.” It extends from zero to fifteen, in increments of one. The y-axis of the graph is labeled “Height in Feet.” It extends from negative two to twelve, in increments of one. The path of the ball starts at the point (3, 0) and follows a parabolic shape reaching a height at (5, 8) and landing at (8, 0).

There are two answer choices to choose from:

  1. Yes
  2. No

Correct Answer: A

 

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Approximately, where does the ball hit the ground?

Description of graph area: The x-axis of the graph is labeled “Distance in Feet.” It extends from zero to fifteen, in increments of one. The y-axis of the graph is labeled “Height in Feet.” It extends from negative two to twelve, in increments of one. The path of the ball starts at the point (3, 0) and follows a parabolic shape reaching a height at (5, 8) and landing at (8, 0).

There are four answer choices to choose from:

  1. 5 feet
  2. 6 feet
  3. 7 feet
  4. 8 feet

Correct Answer: D

 

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Over what distances is the height of the ball increasing?

Description of graph area: The x-axis of the graph is labeled “Distance in Feet.” It extends from zero to fifteen, in increments of one. The y-axis of the graph is labeled “Height in Feet.” It extends from negative two to twelve, in increments of one. The path of the ball starts at the point (3, 0) and follows a parabolic shape reaching a height at (5, 8) and landing at (8, 0).

There are four answer choices to choose from:

  1. 0 feet to 5 feet
  2. 3 feet to 5 feet
  3. 4 feet to 8 feet
  4. 5 feet to 8 feet

Correct Answer: B.

 

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Over what distances is the height of the ball decreasing?
Description of graph area: The x-axis of the graph is labeled “Distance in Feet.” It extends from zero to fifteen, in increments of one. The y-axis of the graph is labeled “Height in Feet.” It extends from negative two to twelve, in increments of one. The path of the ball starts at the point (3, 0) and follows a parabolic shape reaching a height at (5, 8) and landing at (8, 0).

There are four answer choices to choose from:

  1. 0 feet to 5 feet
  2. 3 feet to 5 feet
  3. 0 feet to 8 feet
  4. 5 feet to 8 feet

Correct Answer: D

 

 

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Check each of the following that describes the path of the ball.

Description of graph area: The x-axis of the graph is labeled “Distance in Feet.” It extends from zero to fifteen, in increments of one. The y-axis of the graph is labeled “Height in Feet.” It extends from negative two to twelve, in increments of one. The path of the ball starts at the point (3, 0) and follows a parabolic shape reaching a height at (5, 8) and landing at (8, 0).

There are four answer choices to choose from:

  1. Linear
  2. Non-linear
  3. Function
  4. Non-function

Correct Answers: B, C

 

 

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