In Hillsboro, the use of landlines has been declining at a rate of 10% every year. If there are 86,652 landlines this year, how many will there be in 12 years?
If necessary, round your answer to the nearest whole number.
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The number of landlines in 12 years will be 86652 * (1 - 0.10) ^ 12 = <<86652*(1-0.10)^12=35202>>35,202. Answer: \boxed{35,202}.
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