Problem 47425. Uranium–Lead Dating

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William on 11 Nov 2020

In each case, the linear fit intercepts the concordant curve in two places. I think it is the higher one that we are seeking, no? For 3 of the test problems (# 2,4,5) the solution given seems to be the lower one.

David Hill on 11 Nov 2020

Yes, you want the higher intercept. I will recheck this.

David Hill on 11 Nov 2020

Yes, you were correct. Sorry for the mistake. It has been fixed.

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David Hill on 10 Nov 2020

Very nice.

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