Choose the One Alternative That Best Completes the Statement or Answers

question 49

Multiple Choice

Choose the one alternative that best completes the statement or answers the question.
-A population is increasing according to the exponential function defined by y $$y = 3 e ^ { \cdot 04 x }$$ , where y is in millions and x is the number of years. Which of the following should be done in order to answer
The question "When will the population reach 4 million?"

• A) Evaluate \(y = 3 \mathrm { e } ^ { \cdot 04 ( 1 / 4 ) }\).
• B) Solve \(3 \mathrm { e } ^ { .04 \mathrm { x } } = 12\)
• C) Evaluate \(\mathrm { y } = 3 \mathrm { e } ^ { .04 ( 4 ) }\)
• D) Solve \(3 \mathrm { e } ^ { \cdot 04 \mathrm { x }} = 4\)

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Definitions:

Laryngopharynx

The lower part of the pharynx just below the oral and nasal cavities, serving as a pathway for food from the mouth and air from the nose.

Nasopharynx

The upper part of the throat located behind the nose, connected to the nasal cavities and the oropharynx.

Nasal Cavity

The hollow space within the nose through which air flows, filtered, warmed, and moistened before reaching the lungs.

Uvula

The uvula is a small, fleshy extension at the back of the soft palate above the throat, playing roles in speech and the triggering of the gag reflex.