AP Environmental Sciencemediummcq1 pt
If a population of 500 doubles every 10 years, its size after 30 years is
A.4000
B.1500
C.2000
D.8000
Explanation
Core Concept
Three doublings: 500 → 1000 → 2000 → 4000. Exponential growth multiplies, never adds.
Correct Answer
A4000
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