The Reliability of a New Model of CD Player Can $\frac { 1 } { 6 }$

question 148

Multiple Choice

The reliability of a new model of CD player can be described by the exponential function R(t) = 2.7-(1/3) t, where the reliability R is the probability (as a decimal) that the CD player is still working t years after it is manufactured. Round the answer to the nearest hundredth. Then write your answer as a percent.
-What is the probability that the CD player will still work $\frac { 1 } { 6 }$ of a year after it is manufactured?

• A) \(6 \%\)
• B) \(72 \%\)
• C) \(95 \%\)
• D) \(14 \%\)

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