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Back to Model periodic phenomena — Problem 5 · Task Set 72

Exercises: Choosing Trigonometric Functions to Model Periodic Phenomena

Show your work for each problem. Express answers involving pi using exact form (e.g., pi/4) unless otherwise stated.

Grade 9·24 problems·~30 min·Common Core Math - HS Functions·group·hsf-tf-b-5
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Fluency Practice

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Parameter extraction table for a tidal height model: max 6 ft, min 0 ft, period 12.5 hr, midline 3 ft, amplitude 3 ft, B unknown
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A tide has a maximum height of 6 feet and a minimum height of 0 feet, completing one full cycle every 12.5 hours.

What is the value of BB in the sinusoidal model? Enter BB as a decimal rounded to three decimal places.