(a)
To find: The logarithm function for the time in years based on the population.
(a)
Answer to Problem 50PPS
The required log function is
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The number of humpback is 5000.
The population decrease at the rate of
Calculation:
Consider the relation between the population and the decrease rate is,
Write the above function as the log function as,
Thus, the required log function is
(b)
To find: The time after which the population will drop below 1000 and then round the answer to the nearest year.
(b)
Answer to Problem 50PPS
The population drops after
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The population drops to 1000.
Calculation:
Consider the log function is required log function is,
Substitute value of
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