Question

A virus is spreading exponentially. The initial amount of people infected is 40 and it is increasing at a rate of 5% per day.

How many people will be infected with the virus after 12 days?

Round to the nearest whole number

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Answer 1

I believe the equation is People=people(initial)(1+rate)^t
P=(40)(1.05)^t

After 12 days: P=(40)(1.05)^12=71.83 = 71 people