Answer:
2099
Step-by-step explanation:
The formula for Exponential Decrease is given as:
P(t) = Po × e ^-rt
Where
r = Decrease rate = 3.5% = 0.035
t = time in years = 5 years
Po = Initial population = 2500
P(t) = Current Population after t years
Hence:
P(t) = 2500 × e^ -(5 × 0.035)
P(t) = 2500 × e^-0.175
P(t) = 2098.6425519
Approximately = 2099
The population of the town after 5 years = 2099
