The population of a certain town can be modeled by the function , where is the population years after the year 2000. What is the best interpretation of the statement "" in this context?
The population increased by approximately 13576 people from 2000 to 2005.
In the year 2005, the population was approximately 13576.
The population grew by approximately 13576 people per year for the first 5 years.
It will take approximately 13576 years for the population to double.
