The model describes the population of Town A. Which one of the following written statements best describes this population?
A) The population of Town A increases by 167% per year.
B) The population of Town A increases by 67% per year.
C) The population of Town A increases by 67 people per year.
D) The initial population of Town A increases by 1.67% per year.
E) The population of Town A increases by 167 people per year.

Question

The model  describes the population of Town A. Which one of the following written statements best describes this population?
A) The population of Town A increases by 167% per year. 
B) The population of Town A increases by 67% per year. 
C) The population of Town A increases by 67 people per year. 
D) The initial population of Town A increases by 1.67% per year. 
E) The population of Town A increases by 167 people per year.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The model includes the number "1.67" which represents a growth rate of 67%. Therefore, choice B accurately describes the population of Town A.

The Model Describes the Population of Town A