Algebra: A Combined Approach (4th Edition)

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Chapter 12 - Section 12.8 - Exponential and Logarithmic Equations and Problem Solving - Practice - Page 894: 5

Answer

Approx. 16,600 lemmings

Work Step by Step

The relationship given is $y=y_0e^{0.15t}$. $t=8$ $y_0=5000$ Substitute values into the formula: $y=5000e^{1.2} \approx 16,600$.
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