The Population of Ghostport Has Been Declining Since the Beginning

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Short Answer

The population of Ghostport has been declining since the beginning of 1800. The population, in thousands, is modeled by , where t is measured in years. At what rate was the population declining at the beginning of 2000?

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Definitions:

Myoglobin

Myoglobin is a protein found in muscle cells that binds oxygen molecules, facilitating oxygen delivery to the mitochondria for energy production.

Coronary Artery

A type of blood vessel that supplies blood to the heart muscle itself, crucial for providing oxygen and nutrients to sustain heart function.

Albumin

A protein found in blood plasma that helps regulate blood volume by maintaining the osmotic pressure of the blood.

Blood Volume

The total volume of blood circulating within the body, crucial for maintaining blood pressure and proper bodily function.