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$$P(t)=22.5(1.036{)}^t$$
The function $P$ gives the predicted population, in millions, of a certain country for the period from 1984 to 2018, where $t$ is the number of years after 1984. According to this function, what is the best interpretation of the statement “$P(8)$ is approximately equal to $29.86$”?

A

In 1984, the predicted population of this country was approximately 8 million.

B

In 1984, the predicted population of this country was approximately 29.86 million.

C

29.86 years after 1984, the predicted population of this country was approximately 8 million.

D

8 years after 1984, the predicted population of this country was approximately 29.86 million.