If a golf ball is dropped from a tall building, the distance it has fallen in feet is given by 16t², where t is the time in seconds since the ball was dropped. How far has the ball fallen after 4 seconds? A) 256 ft B) 80 ft C) 144 ft D) 64 ft

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The distance fallen is calculated using the formula $16t^2$. Substituting $t = 4$ seconds into the formula gives $16(4)^2 = 16(16) = 256$ feet.

If a Golf Ball Is Dropped from a Tall Building