In July 2008, the United States had a population of approximately 302,000,000 people. How many Americans were there in July 2009, if the estimated 2008 growth rate was 0.88%?
A) 2,700,000
B) 5,500,000
C) 303,000,000
D) 304,000,000
E) 2,710,800,000

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

To calculate the number of Americans in July 2009, we need to add the growth rate to the population in July 2008. 
Growth rate = 0.88% of 302,000,000 = 2,657,600 
Number of Americans in July 2009 = 302,000,000 + 2,657,600 = 304,657,600 
Therefore, the best choice is D, which is closest to the calculated population.

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