How many bacteria will there be in 4.5 hours? In 5 hours?

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by Tarc

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Answer:

4.5 hours in minutes = 270

Every 45 minutes, bacteria triples

You start with 50

Divide 270 (total time) by 45 (every time bacteria triples)

270/45 = 6

36,450 bacteria

Explanation:

Otong answered Feb 19, 2021

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