Q=31(0.78)^t What is the DECAY rate? Write as a percent!

Gohu asked May 9, 2023

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Q=31(0.78)^t
What is the DECAY rate?
Write as a percent!

Gohu asked May 9, 2023

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Answer:

22%

Explanation:

As the growth rate is r, we need to solve 1 + r = 0.78, which means r = -0.22

Since r is negative, this tells us that the decay rate is 22%

Goulash answered May 14, 2023

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