Solve the problem.Sales (in thousands) of a certain product are declining at a rate proportional to the amount of sales, with a decay constant of 8% per year. By writing and solving a differential equation, determine how much time will pass before sales become 60% of their original value. 

A. 5.7 years
B. 7.3 years
C. 6.8 years
D. 6.4 years


Answer: D

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