The Time Required for a Population to Triple Is Given $\approx$

question 73

Multiple Choice

The time required for a population to triple is given by , where r represents the growth rate (expressed as a decimal) and T(r) gives the years required. How long would it take a population to triple if the growth rate were 3.9%? Round your answer to the nearest tenth.

• A). \(\approx\) 28.2 years
• B). \(\approx\) 28.3 years
• C). \(\approx\) 28.4 years
• D). \(\approx\) 28.5 years

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