The current extraction of a certain mineral is 12 million tonnes a year, and this is expected
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The current extraction of a certain mineral is 12 million tonnes a year, and this is expected to fall at a constant rate of 6% each year. Estimate the current minimum level of world reserves if the extraction is to last in perpetuity.
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