Question

In 2016, the population of the United States was approximately 325 million people, with an annual growth rate of approximately 0.7%. If the population of the United States were to continue to grow at this rate, what would be the approximate population size of the United States in the year 2216?

Answer 1

Answer: Population in 2216 = 1,311,527,713 people.

Step-by-step explanation:

Hi, to answer this question we have to analyze the information given:

• Initial population (P0) = 325,000,000
• Growing rate: 0.7% per year

So, the growing rate means that an additional 0.7% is added on to the 100% of the population each year. This is factor of 100.7%.

Population = 325,000,000 (1.007)∧ number of years

Between 2016 and 2216 there are 200 years ( 2216-2016 =200)

So:

Population in 2216 = 325,000,000 (1.007)∧ 200

Population in 2216 = 1,311,527,713 people.