Question

the graph shown models the number of residents of a certain city x years after 2010. how many residents does this model estimate the city had in 2010?
(a) 0
(b) 2,500
(c) 35,000

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the graph

The graph shows the number of residents \(y\) years after 2010. When \(y = 0\) (the year 2010), we look at the value on the \(y\) - axis.

Step2: Determine the value at \(y = 0\)

From the graph, when \(y=0\) (the year 2010), the value on the \(y\) - axis (number of residents) is \(35000\).

Answer:

C. 35,000