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Answer: DSet 2: Exponential Functions (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
A population starts at 200 and doubles every year. What is the population after 2 years?
A population starts at 200 and doubles every year. What is the population after 2 years?
A.
799
B.
802
C.
798
D.✓ Correct
800
Detailed Explanation
Choice D is the best answer. After 2 doublings: 200 times 2 to the power of 2 = 800
Why others are wrong:
A: 799 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 802 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 798 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
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