Samantha S.

asked • 12/12/22

Don't know what formula to use Need Help please

The mass, 𝑀, (measured in grams) of radioactive substance remaining after 𝑦 years is given by: 

𝑀 = 1400𝑒−0.03𝑦

  1. Find the mass remaining after 10 years.
  2. Find the time taken for the mass to reach 10% of its original value. Present your answer to the nearest month.
  3. Find the rate of change in the mass after 100 years.


Mark M.

Well not the formula you wrote! Should the -0.03y be an exponent?
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