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Set 5: Exponential Functions (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

A population starts at 300 and doubles every year. What is the population after 2 years?

A population starts at 300 and doubles every year. What is the population after 2 years?

A.

1200

✓ Correct
B.

600

C.

2400

D.

1202

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is the best answer. After 2 doublings: 300 times 2 to the power of 2 = 1200

Why others are wrong:
B: 600 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 2400 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 1202 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.