Question

Despite control measures, the pigeon population in Summerfield is increasing by 10% each
year. If there are currently 8,600 pigeons, how many pigeons will there be in 8 years?

Answer 1

Answer: 15,480 pigeons

Step-by-step explanation:

Facts

currently 8,600

increases by 10% per year

8 years= ?

Step 1 - find 10% of 8600

10% of 8600= 860

Step 2 - Find 8 years

860x8= 6880 more pigeons

Step 3: Find the total

8600+6880= 15,480

Answer 2

Answer:

it's actually 18,435 I just got the answer

Step-by-step explanation: