In Exercise, solve the equation for k. 25 = 16e-0.01k

Mathematics · College · Tue Nov 03 2020

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Given:

25 = 16e - 0.01k

Determine the value of k.

Solution:

In order to solve for k, we transpose -0.01 and 25 on the opposite sides of the equation. Note that when transposing a number the sign changes.

0.01k = 16e - 25

Divide both sides by 0.01 in order to find the value of k.

k = (16e - 25)/0.01

k = 1600e - 2500

We cannot simplify further since we have an exponential variable.

Final answer:

k = 1600e - 2500