At the beginning of an experiment, there are 400 grams of contaminants. Each hour, three-fourths of the contaminants are filtered out.

A. Formulate a recursive sequence modeling the number of grams after "n" hours.

B. Use the model to calculate the amount of contaminants after the third hour of the experiment.

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Answer 1

The recursive sequence is:[tex]T_n = \frac 14T_{n-1}[/tex] and there are 25 contaminants left after the third hour of the experiment

The recursive sequence

The initial number  of contaminant is 400.

If 3/4 contaminants are filtered out, there are 1/4 contaminants left.

So, the recursive sequence is:

[tex]T_n = \frac 14T_{n-1}[/tex]

Where T1 = 400

The number of contaminants after the third hour

This means that n = 3.

So, we have:

[tex]T_3 = \frac 14 * T_2[/tex]

[tex]T_2 = \frac 14 * T_1[/tex]

Substitute [tex]T_2 = \frac 14 * T_1[/tex] in [tex]T_3 = \frac 14 * T_2[/tex]

[tex]T_3 = \frac 14 * \frac 14 * T_1[/tex]

Substitute 400 for T1

[tex]T_3 = \frac 14 * \frac 14 * 400[/tex]

Evaluate

[tex]T_3 = 25[/tex]

Hence, there are 25 contaminants left after the third hour of the experiment

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Answer 2

Final answer:

A recursive sequence can be formulated to model the number of grams of contaminants after "n" hours. After plugging in the values, the amount of contaminants after the third hour is 168.75 grams.

Explanation:

A. To formulate a recursive sequence modeling the number of grams after "n" hours, we can start with the initial amount of contaminants of 400 grams and then multiply it by three-fourths each hour. This can be represented by the formula: an = (3/4) * an-1. This formula tells us that to find the amount of contaminants after "n" hours, we multiply the amount after the previous hour by three-fourths.

B. To calculate the amount of contaminants after the third hour of the experiment, we can use the recursive formula. Let's plug in the values: a0 = 400 grams, a1 = (3/4) * a0 = (3/4) * 400 = 300 grams, a2 = (3/4) * a1 = (3/4) * 300 = 225 grams, a3 = (3/4) * a2 = (3/4) * 225 = 168.75 grams.

Therefore, the amount of contaminants after the third hour of the experiment is 168.75 grams.


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Plan B: Save $450 over the next 6 weeks by working 15 hours per week at $6.50 per hour.
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a.
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b.
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c.
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Both plans will work for achieving the goal

Answer:

The correct option is C) Both plans will work for achieving the goal.

Step-by-step explanation:

Consider the provided information.

Plan A: Save $450 over the next 8 weeks by working 9 hours per week at $7.20 per hour.

For next 8 weeks by working 9 hours per week at $7.20 per hour, you will earn:

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We need to save $450 which is less than $518.40. Thus, plan A will work.

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a.
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b.
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c.
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d.
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C) Having a savings account gives individuals the ability to borrow money from members in the community 

A savings account definitely can help you with A and B. While D may sound a bit dramatic, a responsible savings routine and a savings account with a healthy balance can make great things happen. However, a savings account does not give you the ability to borrow money from members in the community. This is not a feature of a savings account. 

Answer:

Having a savings account can contribute to a person’s overall financial well-being. Which one of the following is NOT a benefit of maintaining a savings account?

a.

A savings account provides security in tough financial times

b.

With a savings account, you can invest when the opportunity presents itself

c.

Having a savings account gives individuals the ability to borrow money from members in the community

d.

A savings account allows an individual to fulfill life long dreams

 

Step-by-step explanation:

C) Having a savings account gives individuals the ability to borrow money from members in the community

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1) –10
2) –2
3) 2
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2. What is the first step in solving the equation 4.2y -5.2=18.5

1. Add 5.2 to each side of the equation.
2. Subtract 5.2 from each side of the equation.
3. Multiply each side of the equation by 4.2.
4. Divide each side of the equation by 5.2.

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The key word ''in all'' means total so this calls for addition so we need to add all fractions first to get our answer.

First we need to add all whole numbers
next we need to find the LCD of all fractions which is 4
next we change the denominators into the LCD (4)
next we join them all together so now it will be 3 + 2 + 3 + 1 + 3 + 2 over 4
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now we make 11/4 to a mixed fraction which is 2 3/4
now we add 3 + 2 to make 5 and keep the fraction

Answer: Joanna bought 5 3/4 pounds of fruit in all.




Joanna bought 5 3/4 pounds of fruit in all if Joanna bought 1 1/2 pounds of apples, 3/4 pounds of strawberries.

What is a fraction?

Fraction number consists of two parts, one is the top of the fraction number which is called the numerator and the second is the bottom of the fraction number which is called the denominator.

It is given that:

Joanna bought 1 1/2 pounds of apples, 3/4 pounds of strawberries, 1/2 pounds of grapes, 1 3/4pounds of oranges, and 1 1/4 pounds of pears.

= 1 1/2 + 3/4 + 1/2 + 1 3 /4 + 1 1/4

= 3/2 + 3/4 + 1/2 + 7/4 + 5/4

= (6 + 3 + 2 + 7 + 5)/4

= 23/4

= 5 3/4

Thus, Joanna bought 5 3/4 pounds of fruit in all if Joanna bought 1 1/2 pounds of apples, 3/4 pounds of strawberries, 1/2 pounds of grapes, 1 3/4pounds of oranges, and 1 1/4 pounds of pears.

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it is approximately 2.5 times greater

Solution:

we have been asked to find that , how many times one number is to the other given numbers.

To do this we will divide the larger number by the smaller number and the resulting number will be the answer of the question.

Here the larger number is [tex]8.5\times10^8[/tex]

The smaller number is [tex]3.4\times 10^5[/tex]

Now lets divide as follows

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Hence the correct option is C.

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The point where a graph intersects the y-axis is called the y-intercept.

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Your fortune is "You will find something that you have lost before."

The graph intersects the y-axis the y-coordinate is known as the y-intercept and this can be determined by using the definition of the y-intercept.

Given :

This is a point at which a graph intersects the y-axis. Example: (0, 5) for the equation y = x + 5.

The following steps can be used in order to determine a point at which a graph intersects the y-axis:

Step 1 - According to the example (0, 5) for the equation y = x + 5.

Step 2 - When the graph intersects the y-axis the value of the x-coordinate is zero.

Step 3 - When the graph intersects the y-axis the y-coordinate is known as the y-intercept.

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Hey there!

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Like: -5x / -5 (cancel )
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Answer:

The value of x that makes m || n is x = 20

Step-by-step explanation:

Given a line that is intersected by another two lines (for example line ''m'' and line ''n'' like in the exercise) one of the conditions that makes m || n is that the alternate interior angles must be congruent. Understanding that congruent means the same.

In the exercise, one pair of alternate interior angles are (2x+20)° and 3x°.

We need this two angles to be congruent ⇒ [tex]3x=2x+20[/tex]

Solving this for ''x'' :

[tex]3x=2x+20\\3x-2x=20\\x=20[/tex]

The value of x that makes 3x° congruent to 2x+20° (that makes the alternate interior angles congruents) is x = 20

Answer:

20

Step-by-step explanation:

Theorem:

If two lines are cut by a transversal such that alternate interior angles are congruent, then the lines are parallel.

Lines m and n are cut by a transversal.

Angles 3x and 2x + 20 are alternate interior angles.

For lines m and n to be parallel, angles 3x and 2x + 20 must be congruent, so their measures must be equal.

3x = 2x + 20

x = 20

Answer: 20

Write an equation of a line that goes through point (4, -5) and is parallel to line y = 2x + 8. Show all work.
I really need help with this.

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If you know two lines are parallel, their slopes will be the same, no matter what the y-intercept.

Therefore, slope of new line is 2

y=mx+c

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Therefore, equation is y = 2x -13 of the new line.

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The length of a photograph is 1 cm less than twice the width. The area is 91cm^2. Find the width and length.

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let the width = x
=>length = 2x-1

91= x(2x-1)=2x^2-x
2x^2-x-91=0
=(2x+13)(x-7)
=> x=-13/2=> no
=>x= 7 cm

The length of the photograph is 13 cm and the width is 7 cm.

What is a rectangle?

A rectangle is a quadrilateral having the four sides and the sum of the angles is 180 in the rectangle the opposite two sides are equal and parallel and the two sides are at 90-degree angles.

Given that:-

The length of a photograph is 1 cm less than twice the widthThe area is 91 cm²

The length and the width will be calculated as:-

let the width = x

length = 2x  -  1

91  =  x  (  2x  -  1  )  =  2x² - x

2x² -  x  -  91  =   0

=  ( 2x  +  13  )  (  x   -  7 )

x  =  - 13  /   2

x  = 7 cm

Length will be  = 2x  -  1 =  2  x  7  -  1  =  13 cm

Therefore the length of the photograph is 13 cm and the width is 7 cm.

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The measurement of the supplement of an angle is 7 times the measure of the complement. find the measure of the complement

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x = angle 90 - x = measure of complement of x 180 - x = measure of supplement of x From the information given in the problem, we get this: 180 - x = 7 (90 - x) 180 - x = 630 - 7x -x + 7x = 630 - 180 6x = 450 x = 450/6 x = 75. Now we prove that x = 75° is the correct angle: x = 75° = measure of angle 90° - 75° = 15° = meaure of complement 180° - 75° = 105° = 7 (15°)

Answer:

15⁰

Step-by-step explanation:

Angke = x

Complement = 90 - x

Supplement = 180 - x

Given:

180 - x = 7 (90 - x)

180 - x = 630 - 7x

6x = 450

x = 75

Complement = 90 - 75 = 15⁰

A culture of 1.75×1018 bacteria is in petri dish A. A culture of 6.25×1015 bacteria is in petri dish B. How many times greater is the number of bacteria in petri dish A than petri dish B? Enter your answer, in standard notation, in the box.

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To determine the extent of how many times greater is the number of bacteria in petri dish A than petri dish B, we simply have to take the ratio of the two.

1.75 x 10^18 / 6.25 x 10^15 = 280

So the bacteria in petri dish A is 280 times larger.

 

In scientific notation:

2.8 x 10^2

Answer:

280 is the answer, I did the test.

The cost of a classified ad is based on a daily rate plus a flat service fee. One day cost $3.50 and four days cost $800 write and solve a linear equation to find the cost of a 7-day ad.

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x= 11

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The linear equation that gives the cost in dollars, y, in terms of the number of days the ad appears, x is: y = $1.50x + $2.00

The cost of a 7-day ad is $12.50.

Let, the daily rate is "d" dollars and the flat service fee is "f" dollars.

We are given two pieces of information:

One day costs $3.50.

Four days cost $8.00.

Using this information, we can set up two equations:

For one day: d + f = $3.50

For four days: 4d + f = $8.00

Now, we need to solve this system of linear equations to find the values of "d" and "f."

Subtract Equation 1 from Equation 2 to eliminate "f":

(4d + f) - (d + f) = $8.00 - $3.50

3d = $4.50

Now, divide both sides by 3 to solve for "d":

d = $4.50 / 3

d = $1.50

Now that we have the value of "d," we can find the value of "f" by substituting "d" into Equation 1:

d + f = $3.50

$1.50 + f = $3.50

Now, subtract $1.50 from both sides to solve for "f":

f = $3.50 - $1.50

f = $2.00

So, the daily rate (d) is $1.50, and the flat service fee (f) is $2.00.

We get, a linear equation that gives the cost in dollars, y, in terms of the number of days the ad appears, x is: y = $1.50x + $2.00

Now, to find the cost of a 7-day ad, we can use the daily rate and multiply it by the number of days (7):

Cost of a 7-day ad = 7 * $1.50 + $2.00

Cost of a 7-day ad = $10.50+ $2.00 = $12.50

The cost of a 7-day ad is $12.50.

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On the first 4 quizzes of her chemistry class, nadia got an average score of 88. what does she need on the next quiz to have an overall average of 90?

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Answer:  98

88+88+88+88+98= 450
450/5 = 90

Use the trapezoid rule to estimate the area under the graph of y = x2 + 2 for values of x from 0 to 3.

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Area or trapaziod = area of rectangle + area of triangle so you get
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Claire and rachel plays volleyball for different teams .claire team practices seven hours every two days and rachels team practices eight hours every three days match player to the team that represents the average number of hours that they practice each day over a seven day period

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What is the width of a rectangle with an area of 5/8in and the length of 10in?

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the area of a rectangle is  A= w  * L

so W=  A divided by L 

W= 5/8  DIVIDED BY 10 = 5/80   or 1/16   if we simplify 

Find the slope of the line that passes through the pair of points (1/10,6) and (3/16,11/5)

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The slope of a line is (change in y)/(change in x), so we can plug it in to here to get (11/5-6)/(3/16-1/10). It doesn't matter which y value you subtract from, but just make sure that the number you subtract from in both the numerator and denominator is from the same point!

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money you pay someone in case you wreck something
Money you agree to pay a provider of something that you are using if you damage something.

Which are correct representations of the inequality –3(2x – 5) < 5(2 – x)? Check all that apply.

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-3(2x-5)<5(2-x)
-6x+15<10-5x
5<x
x>5

a incorrect
b -6x-5<10-x
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          x>-3
         incorrect
c -6x+15<10-5x
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             x>5
          correct
d correct
e incorrect

c and d are correct.

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A local reader's club has a set of 12 hardback books, a set of 18 paperbacks, and a set of 36 magazines. each set can be divided equally among the club members. what is the greatest possible number of club members?

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The greatest possible number of club members is the greatest common factor of 12, 18, 36 since all of these quantities of books have to be distributed evenly: 



The factors of 12 are 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 12 
The factors of 18 are 1, 2, 3, 6, 9, 18 
The factors of 36 are 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 9, 12, 18, 36.



The greatest common factor for this three numbers is 6.
As a result, the greatest possible number of club members is 6.

The table below shows some values of f(x) and g(x) for different values of x.



x f(x) = 9x + 7 g(x) = 5x

-2 -11

-1 -2

0 1

1 5

2



Complete the chart and determine the solution of the equation f(x) = g(x)?

A.) x = -1


B.) x = 0


C.) x = 2


D.) x = 25

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Answer:

  x = -1.75 makes f(x) = g(x)

Step-by-step explanation:

See the attached for a table. You will notice that for x=-1.75, the values of f(x) and g(x) are the same. That means x = -1.75 is the solution to f(x)=g(x).

Upon calculating the values for f(x) and g(x), it's determined that f(x) = g(x) when x = -7/4. The options provided do not include this answer, suggesting a possible typo in the question or answer choices.

Completing the Values and Finding the Solution for f(x) = g(x)

To complete the given table, we need to apply the functions f(x) = 9x + 7 and g(x) = 5x to the missing x values. For x = -2, g(x) equals -10 (since 5 * -2 = -10). For x = 0, f(x) is 7 (since 9 * 0 + 7 = 7), and for x = 2, f(x) equals 25 (since 9 * 2 + 7 = 25) and g(x) equals 10 (since 5 * 2 = 10).

To determine the solution for the equation f(x) = g(x), we set the two expressions equal to each other:

9x + 7 = 5x

By subtracting 5x from both sides, we get:

4x + 7 = 0

Now, subtracting 7 from both sides, we find:

4x = -7

Finally, by dividing both sides by 4, we get:

x = -7/4

None of the given options A, B, C, or D match x = -7/4, which might indicate there could be a typo in the question or answer choices.

When Rosina babysits for 5 hours she charges $40 and when she babysits for 6 hours she charges $48. How much does Rosina charge in one hour?

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Rosina charges $8 per hour

Find measure of angle EFG

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102degree if you want to know the detail just ask me
First, you know that angle EFG is 17x degrees 
You also know from the supplementary angles that 17x+13x should be equal to 180. 

So, 
17x+13x=180 
30x=180 
x=180/30 
x=6 

Therefore 17(6)= 102 degrees 

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