This math topic focuses on exponential decay functions, particularly in continuous systems with mismatched time units. Students practice solving for values at specific times, such as the remaining concentration of a toxin, the population count of birds or bacteria, or the concentration of radioactive material. Each question is formulated around calculating the final value of a quantity that declines exponentially over time due to various factors, using different initial conditions and decay rates. The problems represent real-world scenarios where exponential decay models are applicable, enhancing understanding of continuous exponential functions and their practical applications in natural and scientific contexts.
Work on practice problems directly here, or download the printable pdf worksheet to practice offline.
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