The percentage of 0 - 17 in 2015 is 23.97% and the percentage is decreasing by 0.048% in 2015
The percentage of 0 - 17 in 2015
The equation of the function is given as
P(x) = 26x^-0.03
In 2015, x = 15
Substitute x = 15 in the equation P(x) = 26x^-0.03
P(15) = 26 * 15^-0.03
Evaluate the expression
P(15) = 23.97
Hence, the percentage of 0 - 17 in 2015 is 23.97%
How fast is the percentage decreasing in 2015
The equation of the function is given as
P(x) = 26x^-0.03
Differentiate the function
P'(x) = -0.03 * 26x^-1.03
In 2015, x = 15
Substitute x = 15 in the equation
P'(15) = -0.03 * 26 * 15^-1.03
Evaluate
P'(15) = -0.048
Hence, the percentage is decreasing by 0.048% in 2015
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