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### Given Information
The model for sales \( S \) as a function of time \( t \) is:
\[
S = \frac{500,000}{1 + 0.1 e^{kt}}
\]
where:
- \( S \) represents the number of units sold.
- \( t \) represents the years since 2010, so \( t = 0 \) corresponds to 2010.
- In 2013, which corresponds to \( t = 3 \), 300,000 units were sold.

### Part (a): Estimating Sales in 2018 Using the Graph
From the graph, locate the point where \( t = 8 \) (since 2018 is 8 years after 2010). Estimate the corresponding value of \( S \) at this point, which appears to be slightly above 0. 

Using a reasonable approximation from the graph:
- **Estimated value of \( S \) in 2018:** approximately **0 units**.

### Part (b): Solving for \( k \)
To solve for \( k \), we use the information provided for the year 2013:
1. Set \( t = 3 \) (since 2013 is 3 years after 2010) and \( S = 300,000 \) units in the model.
   
   Substitute these values:
   \[
   300,000 = \frac{500,000}{1 + 0.1 e^{3k}}
   \]

2. Rearrange to isolate \( e^{3k} \):
   \[
   1 + 0.1 e^{3k} = \frac{500,000}{300,000}
   \]
   \[
   1 + 0.1 e^{3k} = \frac{5}{3}
   \]

3. Subtract 1 from both sides:
   \[
   0.1 e^{3k} = \frac{5}{3} - 1
   \]
   \[
   0.1 e^{3k} = \frac{2}{3}
   \]

4. Divide by 0.1:
   \[
   e^{3k} = \frac{2}{3} \div 0.1 = \frac{2}{0.3} = \frac{20}{3} = 6.6667
   \]

5. Take the natural logarithm of both sides to solve for \( k \):
   \[
   3k = \ln(6.6667)
   \]
   \[
   k = \frac{\ln(6.6667)}{3}
   \]

6. Calculate the value of \( k \):
   \[
   k \approx 0.597
   \]

### Part (c): Using the Model to Estimate Sales in 2018
Now that we have \( k \approx 0.597 \), substitute \( t = 8 \) into the model to estimate \( S \) for 2018:
\[
S = \frac{500,000}{1 + 0.1 e^{0.597 \times 8}}
\]

1. Calculate \( e^{0.597 \times 8} \):
   \[
   e^{4.776} \approx 118.19
   \]

2. Substitute back into the equation for \( S \):
   \[
   S = \frac{500,000}{1 + 0.1 \times 118.19}
   \]
   \[
   S = \frac{500,000}{1 + 11.819}
   \]
   \[
   S = \frac{500,000}{12.819} \approx 39,000
   \]

### Comparison
Based on part (a), the graph suggests that sales in 2018 are close to zero. However, the algebraic calculation in part (c) gives an estimated sales figure of approximately 39,000. Thus, we would select:
- **The algebraic result is significantly different from the graphical result.**

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### Related Questions
1. How would the value of \( S \) change if the model had a higher initial sales value (e.g., 600,000 instead of 500,000)?
2. How does the value of \( k \) affect the rate of decline in sales over time?
3. What would happen to the sales estimate in 2018 if \( k \) were smaller?
4. How can we use calculus to analyze the rate of change of sales in this model?
5. How would the model change if there was a constant residual demand (non-zero asymptote)?

### Tip
When estimating values from graphs, try to account for the scale carefully, as even small misreads can lead to noticeable differences in calculations.

After discontinuing all advertising for a tool kit in 2010, the manufacturer noted that sales began to drop according to the model S = 500,000 / (1 + 0.1e^(kt)), where S represents the number of units sold and t represents the year, with t = 0 corresponding to 2010. In 2013, 300,000 units were sold. (a) Use the graph to estimate sales in 2018. (b) Complete the model by solving for k. (c) Use the model to estimate sales in 2018.

Explore how to estimate sales decline for a tool kit using the exponential decay model S = 500,000 / (1 + 0.1e^(kt)). This problem includes using graphical and algebraic methods to estimate sales in 2018, solving for the constant k, and comparing graphical and calculated results. Suitable for advanced math students.

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