The Life Expectancy of a Star Is a Power Function

question 28

Multiple Choice

The life expectancy of a star is a power function of its mass.The value of the power in this function is .If the mass is decreased by 14%, how is the life expectancy affected? Round your answer to two decimal places if necessary. ​

• A) Life expectancy is increased by 72.07%
• B) Life expectancy is decreased by 72.07%
• C) Life expectancy is decreased by 45.8%.
• D) Life expectancy is increased by 45.8%.

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