Which statement BEST describes the growth of bacteria modeled by the function f(x)=1.8x

Mathematics

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lara [203]3 years ago

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Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

f(x) = 1.8x is a linear function and does not model the growth of bacteria. Perhaps you meant f(x) = 1.8^x, which is an exponential function whose initial value is 1. Please ensure that you have copied down this problem exactly as it was presented.

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Step-by-step explanation:

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$56=-16t^2+120t$

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