Question

In 2001, the world population 6.5 billion and was increasing at a rate of 1.2% each year.

Find the population in 2017. Round to the nearest tenth.

Answer 1

8.0 billion

Explanation:

1.2÷100=0.012

0.012×6.5=0.078

2017-2001=16

0.078×16=1.248

6.5+1.248=7.748

nearest tenth 8.0