What Is the Minimum Number of Machines Required to Perform

question 85

Multiple Choice

What is the minimum number of machines required to perform eight independent tasks in 12 minutes with a total task time of 48 minutes?

• A) 4
• B) 5
• C) 6
• D) 8

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Definitions:

Spirochetes

Group of small bacteria shaped like a stretched-out spring.

DNA Nucleotides

The building blocks of DNA, consisting of a phosphate group, a sugar (deoxyribose), and a nitrogenous base.

Plasma Membrane Components

Constituents of the cell's outer layer, including lipids, proteins, and carbohydrates, regulating entry and exit of substances.

Cell Wall Components

Molecules that make up the cell wall, providing structure and protection to cells in plants, fungi, and some bacteria; main components include cellulose in plants.