Set 3: Exponential Functions (Intermediate)

**Choice A is the best answer.** After 1 doublings: 100 times 2 to the power of 1 = 200

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

A population starts at 100 and doubles every year. What is the population after 1 years?

200

✓ Correct

198

400

100

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is the best answer. After 1 doublings: 100 times 2 to the power of 1 = 200

Why others are wrong:

B: 198 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

C: 400 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

D: 100 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.