Question

The student population of Gloomy Valley High School has been steadily decreasing by 2% per year. If its population 8 years ago was 1200, which is the best expression for its population now?

A 1200 − 1200(.02)^8
B 1200(.98)^8

Answer 1

Answer: A. 1200 − 1200(.02)^8 or 1200- 120 times 1/50 raised to power 8