The population growth of a state since 2000 in millions of people is represented by a linear model. Using the trend line, y=0.83x+30 , predict the population, y , in the year 2030. Let x=30 because the year 2030 is 30 years after the year 2000.
Responses
A In 2030, the population of the state will be 30.03 million people.
In 2030, the population of the state will be 30.03 million people.
B In 2030, the population of the state will be 60.83 million people.
In 2030, the population of the state will be 60.83 million people.
C In 2030, the population of the state will be 54.9 million people.
In 2030, the population of the state will be 54.9 million people.
D In 2030, the population of the state will be 0.83 million people.
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B In 2030, the population of the state will be 60.83 million people.