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Explanation:

Identify the scenario and growth type

$$ \text{Scenario B involves a secret spreading where each person tells 2 new people every 5 minutes.} $$

Classify the growth pattern

$$ P(n) = P_0 \cdot 2^n \implies \text{Exponential Growth} $$

Answer:

• a. Linear
• b. Exponential (Correct answer)