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Answer: CSet 3: Exponential Functions (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
A population starts at 100 and doubles every year. What is the population after 2 years?
A population starts at 100 and doubles every year. What is the population after 2 years?
A.
401
B.
398
C.✓ Correct
400
D.
200
Detailed Explanation
Choice C is the best answer. After 2 doublings: 100 times 2 to the power of 2 = 400
Why others are wrong:
A: 401 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 398 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 200 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
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