SOLUTION: The number of bacteria of a particular strain is given by B(t)=30e^1.5, where t is the time in hours. a) How many bacteria are there at time zero (I said the answer was 30) b)

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Question 967886: The number of bacteria of a particular strain is given by B(t)=30e^1.5, where t is the time in hours.
a) How many bacteria are there at time zero (I said the answer was 30)
b) How long will it take for the bacteria to double?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
B(t)=30e^1.5 ?
B(t)=30e^(1.5*t) ?
B(t)=30e^(t*(.5)) ?