(PLEASE HELP ASAP)
The function f(x) = 5,000(0.972)x , where x is the time in years, models a declining lemming population. How many lemmings will there be in 6 years?


A About 30,006 lemmings
B About 29,160 lemmings
C About 4,217 lemmings
D About 5,001 lemmings

Respuesta :

Answer:

I got B.

Step-by-step explanation:

I put 6 in the place x and solved.

Answer:

C About 4,217 lemmings

Step-by-step explanation:

f(x) = 5,000(0.972)^x Write the function.

f(6) = 5,000(0.972)^6 Substitute 6 for x.

     ≈ 5,000(0.84333)    Evaluate (0.972)6.

     ≈  4,217                 Multiply.