Math Problem Statement
- A tree grows 2.80 m during the first year since it was planted. During each subsequent year, the tree growth is 85% of its growth the previous year. a) Calculate, to 0.01 m, the growth of the tree in the fourth year
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Exponential Decay
Geometric Sequences
Formulas
g_n = g_1 * (0.85)^(n-1)
Theorems
Geometric Sequence Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-10
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