OpenStax, Algebra and Trigonometry 2e §6.7 Exponential and Logarithmic Models · Example 3 · Algebra · Exponentials & logarithms

Exponential and Logarithmic Models · Example 3

In 1906, San Francisco experienced an intense earthquake with a magnitude of 7.8 on the Richter scale. Over 80% of the city was destroyed by the resulting fires. In 2014, Los Angeles experienced a moderate earthquake that measured 5.1 on the Richter scale and caused $108 million dollars of damage. Compare the intensities of the two earthquakes.

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OpenStax, Algebra and Trigonometry 2e · §6.7 Exponential and Logarithmic Models · Example 3

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