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The population, in millions, of a city t years after 2000 is given by the function P(t) = 2.9 - 0.008t. Which statement is true?

Answer Choices:
A) The population is increasing by 8,000 people per year.
B)The population is decreasing by 8,000 people per year.
C)They were 8,000 people living in the city in 2000.
D)In ten years, there will be 8,000 people living in the city

I think the answer is C,but I'm not certain I'm correct

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User Dinesh G
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the answer is b because 0.008 is negative and is being subtracted from 2.9.
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User Yenny
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