SOLUTION: 4. A cell divides into two identical copies every 4 minutes. How many cells will exist after 5 hours?
I can find the answer to this but not algebraically could you please help m
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Question 199694: 4. A cell divides into two identical copies every 4 minutes. How many cells will exist after 5 hours?
I can find the answer to this but not algebraically could you please help me do this right? Answer by ankor@dixie-net.com(22740) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! A cell divides into two identical copies every 4 minutes. How many cells will exist after 5 hours?
t = time in minutes
f(t) = 2^(t/4)
after 5 hrs: 5 * 60 = 300 minutes
f(t) = 2^(300/4)
f(t) = 2^75
f(t) = 3.78(10^22)
