In 1991 the population of Kenosha, Wisconsin, was 132,000. Between 1991 and 1996, the population of Kenosha increased by approximately 2000 people per year
Question:
Use the model to estimate the population of Kenosha in 2006
To estimate the population of Kenosha in 2006 using the given model, we need to first calculate the number of years between 1991 and 2006.
Step 1: Calculate the number of years between 1991 and 2006.
2006 - 1991 = 15 years
Step 2: Multiply the number of years by the rate of population increase per year.
15 years × 2000 people/year = 30,000 people
Step 3: Add the calculated population increase to the initial population in 1991.
132,000 + 30,000 = 162,000 people
Therefore, the estimated population of Kenosha in 2006 is approximately 162,000 people.