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In 2000, the population of a town was 46,020. By 2002 the population had increased to 52,070. Assuming that the towns population is increasing linearly answer the following questions.

- What is the population of the town by 2006?

- What year will the towns population reach 75,000?​

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Answer: To answer these and related questions, we can create a model using a linear function. ... When modeling scenarios with linear functions and solving problems ... A town's population has been growing linearly. ... Assume this trend continues. ... Identify the year in which the population will reach 15,000.

Step-by-step explanation: Done :P

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