The U.S. population was 170 million in 1950 and 240 million in 1990. Assuming exponential population growth, what will the population be in the year 2020? Round your answer to the nearest million. Select the correct answer. 250 million O 311' million 243 million 486 million

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The U.S. population was 170 million in 1950 and 240 million in 1990. Assuming exponential population growth, what
will the population be in the year 2020? Round your answer to the nearest million.
Select the correct answer.
250 million
O 311' million
243 million
486 million
Transcribed Image Text:The U.S. population was 170 million in 1950 and 240 million in 1990. Assuming exponential population growth, what will the population be in the year 2020? Round your answer to the nearest million. Select the correct answer. 250 million O 311' million 243 million 486 million
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