If e^(rt) is 3, then taking logarithms tells you
... rt = ln(3)
So, the time to triple the amount is
... t = ln(3)/0.0275 ≈ 39.95 . . . . years
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The working out that is shown in the picture appears to be correct.
Answer: a = 3.6
<u>Step-by-step explanation:</u>

Slope-intercept form is y=mx+b, where m is the slope, and b is the y-intercept.
So, to convert x+6y=-2, you have to isolate y. Your first step is to move the x to the other side. To do this, you subtract 1x from both sides:
6y=-x-2
Your final step is to divide both sides by 6:
y=-1/6x+1/3
Hope this helps :-)