5. (calculator) If the base b of a triangle is increasing at a rate of 3 inches per minute while its height h is decreasing at a rate of 3 inches per minute, which of the following must be true about the area of the triangle?

How would you use a nuclear device to prevent an asteroid from hitting earth? a. use the device to blow up the asteroid b. use the device to blow up part of the asteroid and deflect it c. detonate the device in proximity to the asteroid to deflect it d. use the mass of the device to slingshot the asteroid out of orbit