Optional Extra Credit Challenge: What would it cost to send

Last updated: 7/4/2022

Optional Extra Credit Challenge: What would it cost to send a rocket to Mars (7.9 x 107 km from the earth) if the average speed of the rocket is 1600 miles per minute and the fuel consumption averages 100 grams every 1.5 seconds and the cost of the fuel is $500.00 per pound. Use correct significant figures in your answer. Note: 1.6 km = 1 mi 2.2 lbs= 1 kg