Regression for a first order system

[Smitha921]

Homework Statement

I am carrying out a regression for diameter of a part

Homework Equations

Diameter = -0.0531052 + 0.0443237 * exp (-0.0103633 * 'Time elapsed')

if diameter is -0.052
then can some one please calculate the value for time elapsed

would you please explain the steps

The Attempt at a Solution

 

[collinsmark]

Hello @Smitha921,



Welcome to PF!

Homework Statement

I am carrying out a regression for diameter of a part

Homework Equations

Diameter = -0.0531052 + 0.0443237 * exp (-0.0103633 * 'Time elapsed')

if diameter is -0.052
then can some one please calculate the value for time elapsed

would you please explain the steps

The Attempt at a Solution

We won't do your work for you. You'll have to do that yourself.

But we will try to help you along if you get stuck.

You have an equation. Solve for t. Hint: The solution involves, in part, the natural logarithm.