To accurately determine which statement best describes the trends in the data and the graph, you would need to look at key details such as the population in 2009 and the overall trend in subsequent years. However, since I cannot see the scatter plot, I'll help you analyze the options based on typical interpretations of population growth graphs:
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In 2009, the population was most likely around 50,000. - This may be true if the scatter plot reflects a much lower starting point, but that seems low for an estimated town population.
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The population of the town has increased by about 1,200 per year since 2000. - If the graph shows a gradual increase, this may be a valid statement. However, without seeing the data, it's hard to verify if this is accurate for the entire duration.
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The population of the town in 2009 was most likely around 112,000. - This might be true if the graph shows a significant increase reaching that population by 2009.
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The population in the town increased by about 5,000 per year since 2009. - This suggests a higher growth rate, which could also be true if the scatter plot indicates a steep rise after 2009.
To select the most accurate statement, you need to confirm the population value for 2009 and the rate of increase shown in the graph. If the plot supports a higher population in 2009 and a steeper growth rate afterward, the third and fourth statements might be the most plausible.
Please check the data represented in the graph to make the most informed choice based on these interpretations.
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