Set 1: Exponential Functions (Intermediate)

**Choice A is the best answer.** After 1 doublings: 500 times 2 to the power of 1 = 1000

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

A population starts at 500 and doubles every year. What is the population after 1 years?

1000

✓ Correct

998

1002

999

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is the best answer. After 1 doublings: 500 times 2 to the power of 1 = 1000

Why others are wrong:

B: 998 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

C: 1002 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

D: 999 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.