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An investment grows according to the exponential equation y = 15,000 · 1.07x, where x is the number of years invested. Which of the following statements is true?

A. The investment will continue to grow at a rate of 7% per year compounded quarterly.
B. The investment will increase by $1050 per year.
C. The investment will more than double within 12 years.
D.The investment will triple within 15 years

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The option c is the answer because
2p=p (1.07)^x
2=1.07^x
Solve for x
X=log(2)÷log(1.07)
x=10 years the amount will be doubled after 10 years
But your option says the investment will (more) than double with (12) years
So it's correct
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