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OpenStax, Algebra and Trigonometry 2e §6.7 Exponential and Logarithmic Models · Example 6 · Algebra · Exponentials & logarithms

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A bone fragment is found that contains 20% of its original carbon-14. To the nearest year, how old is the bone?

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OpenStax, Algebra and Trigonometry 2e · §6.7 Exponential and Logarithmic Models · Example 6

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