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Set 7: Linear Equations (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: D

The population of a town is P=1000t+5000P = 1000t + 5000. What does 1000 represent?

A.

The total population

B.

The number of years

C.

The initial population

D.

The annual growth

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

Choice D is correct. Choice D is the correct answer. 1. Slope (1000): Rate of change. People per year. Choice C is incorrect because 5000 is the initial. Choice A is incorrect because P is the total. Choice C is incorrect because t is years.

Key Steps:

The correct answer is The annual growth

Why others are wrong:
A: Choice A is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
B: Choice B is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
C: Choice C is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.

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