Question

If f(x) is the total number of bacteria present in a sample after x hours, which of the following statements best describes the meaning of f(2) = 12?

The total number of bacteria present in the sample after 12 hours is 2.

The total number of bacteria present in the sample after 6 hours is 2.

The total number of bacteria present in the sample after 2 hours is 12.

The total number of bacteria present in the sample after 6 hours is 12.

Answer 1

The answer is C. The total number of bacteria present in the sample after 2 hours is 12.

Explanation:

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Answer 2

The total number of bacteria present in the sample after 2 hours is 12.