If a town having a population 5000 in 1971 has a 20 percent increase every 5 years, what is its expected population in the year 2001?

Kathy Guerra

Kathy Guerra

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2022-10-08

If a town having a population 5000 in 1971 has a 20 percent increase every 5 years, what is its expected population in the year 2001?

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Sarahi Gallegos

Sarahi Gallegos

Beginner2022-10-09Added 4 answers

Use exponential growth formula.
5000 ( 1.20 ) 2001 - 1971 5 = 14 , 930

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