Assume that the number of bacteria R(t) (in millions) present in a certain culture at time t (in hours) is given by R(t)=2(t-15)+72t+ 2000. a. At what time before 6 hours will the population be maximized? b. Find the maximum population. a. The population will be maximized at t= 4 hours. b. The maximum population is million bacteria.

Assume that the number of bacteria R(t) (in millions) present in a certain culture at time t (in hours) is given by R(t)=2(t-15)+72t+ 2000. a. At what time before 6 hours will the population be maximized? b. Find the maximum population. a. The population will be maximized at t= 4 hours. b. The maximum population is million bacteria.

Intermediate Algebra

19th Edition

ISBN:9780998625720

Author:Lynn Marecek

Publisher:Lynn Marecek

Chapter9: Quadratic Equations And Functions

Section9.6: Graph Quadratic Functions Using Properties

Problem 9.104TI: A path of a toy rocket thrown upward from the ground at a rate of 208 ft/sec is modeled by the...

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