According to one source, the value of a desktop computer decreases at a rate of about 6% per month. The value of a laptop computer decreases at a rate of about 66% per year. Write a function to represent the value of the desktop computer after t years with an initial value of $450. Then, write an equivalent function that represents the value of the desktop computer with only 1 compounding per year. What is the effective yearly rate of the decrease in value of the desktop computer? Which type of computer is decreasing in value at a faster rate?

In each bouquet of flowers, there are 2 roses and 3 white carnations. complete the table to find how many roses and carnations there are in 2 bouquets of flowers.

You and three friends will be going out to eat at your favorite restaurant! each of you will order three items of your choice. you will also need to leave a tip. if you split the bill evenly among all four of you, how much will each person need to contribute? locate a menu for your favorite restaurant and pick three items for yourself and each friend. list the restaurant name, items, and prices in a table like the one below. in the column labeled subtotal, determine the cost of each person’s order. the customary tip is 20% of the total bill. in the column labeled tip, calculate the amount of tip each person should leave. in the column labeled total bill, determine the total of each person’s order, including the tip. restaurant name: names item 1 price item 2 price item 3 price subtotal tip total bill your name friend #1 friend #2 friend #3 part 2: questions answer the following questions, showing all work: what is the total cost of the entire bill (all four meals), including tip? write an expression using fractions to show how to determine the amount that each person will pay. then calculate each person's contributions showing all steps in long division. if each person paid an equal amount, who would save the most money? explain your reasoning using at least two complete sentences.

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