SOLUTION: The population of a certain city was 4,591 in 1995. It is expected to decrease by about 0.28% per year. What is the population in 2026.

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Question 1179393: The population of a certain city was 4,591 in 1995. It is expected to decrease by about 0.28% per year. What is the population in 2026.
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Use the formula


    P(2026) = P%281995%29%2A%281-0.0028%29%5E%282006-1995%29 = 4591%2A0.9972%5E31 = 4208.8 = 4209   (rounded).    ANSWER

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