Decide whether the following problem can be solved using precalculus, or whether calculus is required. If the problem can be solved using precalculus, solve it. If the problem seems to require calculus, use a graphical or numerical approach to estimate the solution.Find the distance traveled in 14 seconds by an object traveling at a constant velocity of 12 feet per second.
A)precalculus , 336 ft
B)precalculus , 168 ft
C)calculus , 168 ft
D)calculus , 336 ft
E)calculus , 188 ft

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The problem can be solved using precalculus because it involves constant velocity. The distance traveled is simply the product of velocity and time: 12 ft/s * 14 s = 168 ft.

Decide Whether the Following Problem Can Be Solved Using Precalculus