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The formula for the learning curve

Y=a*Xb

Where, Y=The total average time to produce X units

a=the time needed for the production of the first unit

b=index of learning

X=number of unites to be produced

For 72% learning curve

T4=80*4ln0.72/ln2

T4=80*4-0.323/0.693

T4=41.5 Hours

For 87% learning curve

T4=80*4ln0.87/ln2

T4=80*4-0.139/0.693

T4=60.58 Hours

For 95% learning curve

T4=80*4ln0.95/ln2

T4=80*4-0.0512/0.693

T4=72.21 Hours

Answer:-

For 72% learning curve=41.5 Hours

For 87% learning curve=60.58 Hours

For 95% learning curve=72.21 Hours

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