Explain the distance formula then use it to calculate

An energy plant is looking into putting in a system to remove harmful pollutants from its emissions going into earth's atmosphere. the cost of removing the pollutants can be modeled using the function c = 25000p/100 -p what is the vertical asymptote?

Quick translate "x is 12 units from 20" into an equation. what are the values of x being described? if you can answer any of my other questions that'd be great too

Which approach to the theory-and-research cycle does the following sequence reflect: (1) specific observations suggest generalizations, (2) generalizations produce a tentative theory, (3) the theory is tested through the formation of hypotheses, and (4) hypotheses may provide suggestions for additional observations?