A beanstalk grows at a constant rate. The beanstalk s height (inches) as a function of time (days) is modeled by . What is the beanstalk s initial height?
A) 5.5 inches
B) 5 inches
C) 0.5 inches
D) 0 inches
E) Not enough information

Question

A beanstalk grows at a constant rate. The beanstalk s height (inches) as a function of time (days) is modeled by  . What is the beanstalk s initial height?
A) 5.5 inches 
B) 5 inches 
C) 0.5 inches 
D) 0 inches 
E) Not enough information

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The initial height of the beanstalk is represented by the constant term in the function. In this case, the constant term is 5, so the initial height of the beanstalk is 5 inches.

A Beanstalk Grows at a Constant Rate