How did they compute this e equation?

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The discussion revolves around a homework question involving the computation of an equation related to the integral of the exponential function. The user expresses confusion about how the value 9.8 transitions to 50 in their calculations. The resolution comes from a clarification of the integral formula for the exponential function, specifically \int e^{ax}dx= \frac{1}{a}e^{ax}+C, which simplifies the problem for the user.

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Homework Statement


this is a question I'm working on, and there's this step I'm stuck on
it looks like this:

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The Attempt at a Solution


how come the 9.8 became the 50?

thanks
 
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[tex]\int e^{ax}dx= \frac{1}{a}e^{ax}+C[/tex]
 
rock.freak667 said:
[tex]\int e^{ax}dx= \frac{1}{a}e^{ax}+C[/tex]

ohhHHHH ... it seems all simple now

thanks!
 

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