In 2000, the Population of Sheboygan, WI Was About 113,000 $P ( t ) = 113,000 + 1.85 ^ { t }$

question 85

Multiple Choice

In 2000, the population of Sheboygan, WI was about 113,000 and was growing at a rate of 0.85% per year. Find an exponential function that describes the population P in terms of t, the number of Years after 2000.

• A) \(P ( t ) = 113,000 + 1.85 ^ { t }\)
• B) \(P ( t ) = 113,000 ( 1.0085 ) ^ { t }\)
• C) \(P ( t ) = 113,000 ( 1.85 ) ^ { t }\)
• D) \(P ( t ) = 0.85 ( 113,000 )\)

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Superior Region

An anatomical term referring to a location above or higher than another part of the body.

Hipbone

Part of the human pelvis, comprising the ilium, ischium, and pubis, which are fused together in adults.

Ilium

The uppermost and largest part of the hip bone, contributing to the pelvis structure and providing attachment for various muscles.

Ischial Tuberosities

Bony protrusions located at the lower and back part of the pelvis, which bear the body's weight when sitting.