Question

The graph shows the growth rate of a certain bacteria in a lab, where the number of bacteria depends on the number of hours since the start of the experiment.



Based on the graph, what is the approximate number of bacteria after 16 hours?
6 bacteria
8 bacteria
60 bacteria
80 bacteria

Answer 1

I can’t see the graph you’re referring to. Could you either upload the image or describe the axes and curve (y‑axis scale, tick values, and the curve value at x = 16)?

How to read it yourself:
1. Find x = 16 on the horizontal axis (hours).
2. Move vertically from x = 16 until you hit the curve.
3. From that point move horizontally to the y‑axis and read the number of bacteria (use the tick labels).
4. Pick the option that is closest to that read value (6, 8, 60, or 80).

If you upload the graph or give the y‑axis tick values and the curve’s value at x=16, I’ll tell you which option is correct.