Problem 24 of 7
Interpret exponential base in decay model H(t)=1200(0.8)^t.
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convert base to percent decrease.
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Base must be between 0 and 1.
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1. Identify the exponential base.
2. Subtract the base from 1.
3. Convert the result to a percent decrease.
Use the worked steps, then substitute the final answer back into the original relationship to confirm it satisfies the prompt.
Interpreting 0.85 as an 85% decrease.