Mathematics

Mathematics

Problem

A continuous function hh models the height (in meters relative to sea level) of a hiker along a trail, where xx is the horizontal distance in kilometers from the trailhead. If h(0)=150h(0)=150 and h(5)=−20h(5)=-20, which statement must be true? a) The hiker crossed sea level exactly once for some xx\, in (0,5)(0,5). b) The hiker's instantaneous rate of change in height equaled −34 m/km-34\text{ m/km} at some point in (0,5)(0,5). c) The hiker crossed sea level at least once for some xx\, in (0,5)(0,5). d) The hiker reached an altitude of exactly 75 m75\text{ m} at x=2.5 kmx=2.5\text{ km}.

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