Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
This can be represented as exponential decreasing function.
y = a(1 - r)t
a = starting amount
r = rate
t = years
y = 1600(1 - .0725)15
= 1600(.9275)15
= 1600(.32337673)
= 517.40
In 15 years, the forest will shrink in size to 517.40 km2
