population increases by \( 9 \% \) every 10 years. opy and complete this table. Round the numbers to one decimal place. \begin{tabular}{|l|c|c|c|c|} \hline Jumber of years & 0 & 10 & 20 & 30 \\ \hline opulation (millions) & 20.0 & & & \\ \hline \end{tabular} ww suppose the population in question 5 reduces by \( 9 \% \) every year. Copy and complete the ble in Question 5. ina has savings of \$5000 in her account.
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