In 1980, the Population of Blue Whales in the Southern $N ( t ) = 5,000 e ^ { - 0.1485 t }$

question 15

Multiple Choice

In 1980, the population of blue whales in the southern hemisphere was thought to number 5,000. The population N(t) has been decreasing according to the formula $N ( t ) = 5,000 e ^ { - 0.1485 t }$ where t is in years and t = 0 corresponds to 1980. Predict the population in the year 2010 if this trend continues.

• A) \(3,203\)
• B) \(50\)
• C) \(58\)
• D) \(4,942\)
• E) \(1,797\)

Understand the multidimensional aspects of human development and how they interrelate.

Appreciate the role of biological, psychological, and evolutionary factors in development.

Identify the components of the scientific method as it applies to developmental science.

Recognize the role of individual autonomy and activity in development.

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