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Answer: DSet 2: Exponential Functions (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
A population starts at 500 and doubles every year. What is the population after 2 years?
A population starts at 500 and doubles every year. What is the population after 2 years?
A.
2001
B.
2002
C.
4000
D.✓ Correct
2000
Detailed Explanation
Choice D is the best answer. After 2 doublings: 500 times 2 to the power of 2 = 2000
Why others are wrong:
A: 2001 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 2002 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 4000 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.