A town has a population of 2000 and grows at 4% every year. What will be the population after 15 years, to the nearest whole number?

Alejoko asked Jan 12, 2023

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A town has a population of 2000 and grows at 4% every year.

What will be the
population after 15 years, to the nearest whole number?

Alejoko asked Jan 12, 2023

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Answer:

3602 people in 15 years

Explanation:

2000 ( 1 + .04)^n .04 is 4% n = years

2000 ( 1.04)^15 = 3602 people

Elysa answered Jan 16, 2023

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