The Value V of a Machine $t$ Years After It Is Purchased Is Inversely Proportional to the Is

question 14

Multiple Choice

The value V of a machine $t$ years after it is purchased is inversely proportional to the square root of $t + 5$ . The initial value of the machine is $\$$ 10,000. Find the rate of depreciation when $t = 3$ . Round your answer to two decimal places.

• A)-494.11 per year
• B)-1767.77 per year
• C)962.25 per year
• D)447.21 per year
• E)-988.21 per year

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