Math Problem Statement

A graph of Q = 24e^{-0.12t} is given. Solve for initial value, decay rate, and time when Q = 4.

Solution

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img_path = '/mnt/data/1733729015323d2qw79u4.jpg' image = Image.open(img_path)

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image.show()It seems that I've displayed the image, but I will now proceed to extract any relevant mathematical details from it. Let me analyze the image content further. Attempt to use OCR (Optical Character Recognition) to extract text from the image import pytesseract

Extract text from the image

extracted_text = pytesseract.image_to_string(image)

extracted_textThe text extracted from the image refers to a problem involving exponential decay and the graph of a function. Here's a summary of the key elements:

  1. Initial Value: The question asks for the initial value of QQ when t=0t = 0.
  2. Decay Rate: The graph indicates a continuous decay rate, and the question asks for this rate.
  3. Time when Q=4Q = 4: You are asked to estimate the time tt when Q(t)=4Q(t) = 4 from the graph.
  4. Exact Time Calculation: The final part involves using logarithms to determine the exact value of tt when Q=4Q = 4.

To proceed, I can help with:

  • Estimating the initial value and decay rate from the graph.
  • Using logarithms to solve for the exact time tt when Q(t)=4Q(t) = 4.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Exponential Decay
Logarithms
Rates of Change

Formulas

Q = Q_0 e^{-kt}
t = ln(Q / Q_0) / -k

Theorems

Logarithmic Properties

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 10–12