Math Problem Statement

When coffee is poured into a mug with no lid, its temperature is measured at 170◦F. Three minutes later its temperature is 165◦F. Also, the surrounding temperature at the coffee shop is set to 68◦F. a. Write an initial value problem that will describe the change in the temperature of the coffee, T , as a function of time t measured in minutes

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Differential Equations
Newton's Law of Cooling

Formulas

Newton's Law of Cooling: dT/dt = -k(T - Ts)
Initial condition: T(0) = 170°F

Theorems

Newton's Law of Cooling

Suitable Grade Level

College-Level Calculus or Physics