Question

The function h(t) represents the mass of a bacterial colony, in grams, t minutes after an experiment begins. What does the statement, h(0) = 85, represent?

A) The mass of the bacterial colony is 85 grams after 0 minutes.
B) The initial mass of the bacterial colony is 85 grams.
C) The bacterial colony will reach a mass of 85 grams in 0 minutes.
D) The bacterial colony will decay to a mass of 85 grams after 0 minutes.

Answer 1

The statement h(0) = 85 represents the initial mass of the bacterial colony.

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement h(0) = 85 represents the initial mass of the bacterial colony. It means that at the start of the experiment, the mass of the bacterial colony is 85 grams. This is the mass of the colony when no time has passed.