Applications of Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

Problem 22 IN-CLASS EXAMPLE - Application of 10 Charles Richter of the California Institute of Technology in The Richter sc? med to anantifor 41 (1935. A sing' energy rel be at by a Chapter 7 - Logarithms and Logarithmic Functions Practice Problems Section 7.6: Applications of Exponential and Logarithmic Functions 18. Show complete work for all parts of this problem. Write all answers in exact form and in 100 - 14 decimal form (rounded to the nearest hundredth). 1 86 The body metabolizes caffeine at a rate of about 14% per hour. Determine the half-life of caffeine in the body if you consume = 0.26 a) One can of Coke Zero, which contains about 40mg of caffeine - 24. 458 1010.86 b) A cup of coffee, which contains about 100mg of caffeine c) One can of Monster Energy drink, which contains about 160mg of caffeine. d) Compare your answers for parts a) through c). Explain why this occurs. Page 233