Algebra 2 (1st Edition)

Published by McDougal Littell
ISBN 10: 0618595414
ISBN 13: 978-0-61859-541-9

Chapter 7 Exponential and Logarithmic Functions - Standardized Test Practice - Multiple Choice - Page 546: 6

Answer

Answer B

Work Step by Step

The Exponential growth model is: $y=a(1+r)^{t}$ Given: $a=290\\r=0.009$ Plug in the data: $y=290(1+0.009)^{t}$ For 2010, substitute $t=7$ $y=290(1+0.009)^{7}\approx309$ million The correct answer is $B$.
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