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A town has a population of 5000 and grows at 2% every year. What will be the population after 5 years?

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Answer:

5520

Explanation:

User Sheeba
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5000= 100%
After 5 yrs, population will increase by 10% (2% ×5)
After 5 years= 110% population

110 * 5000
Population after 5 years= 5500
User Constance
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