Solve the Problem $P = 100 e ^ { - 0.15 n }$

question 95

Short Answer

Solve the problem.
-If a single pane of glass obliterates 15% of the light passing through it, then the percent P of light that passes through n
successive panes can be approximated by the equation $P = 100 e ^ { - 0.15 n }$ How many panes are necessary to block at least 50% of the light?

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Gross Domestic Product adjusted for inflation, providing a more accurate representation of the economy's size and how it's growing over time.