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Set 4: Exponential Functions (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: D

PROBLEM

Recent studies show that 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.

400

B.

1600

C.

799

D.

800

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 1] Choice D is the best answer. After 2 doublings: 200 times 2 to the power of 2 = 800

Why others are wrong:
A: 400 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 1600 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 799 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

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