The population of a town increases by 10% annually. If the current population is 12,100, what was the population two years ago? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The population of a town increases by 10% annually. If the current population is 12,100, what was the population two years ago?
A. 9,000
B. 11,000
C. 12,000
D. 10,000
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Let the population two years ago be P. P * (110 / 100) * (110 / 100) = 12100. P * 1.21 = 12100 implies P = 10000.

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