Arithmetichard · Past Paper
The population of a city increases at 5% p.a. If current is 926100, what was it 3 years ago?
A800000
B850000
C900000
D750000
✓ Correct Answer: A — 800000
P = 926100 / (1.05)^3 = 926100 / 1.157625 = 800000.
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