Question

Despite control measures, the pigeon population in Salem is increasing by 8% each year. If there are currently

8,583 pigeons, how many pigeons will there be in 6 years?

Answer 1

13620

Explanation:

Given data

Initila population= 8583

Rate = 8%

TIme= 6 years

Let us apply the compounding expression

A=P(1+r)^t

substitute

A= 8583(1+0.08)^6

A=8583(1.08)^6

A=8583*1.5868

A=13619.5

Hence the approximate Pigeon population will be 13620