The function p(y) gives the number of polar bears in a national park after a number of
years, y. The meaning of each equation below can be written in words.
For each equation, drag the statement that has the same meaning as that equation into
the spot next to it.
After 6 years, there will be
18 polar bears in the park.
The number of polar bears in
the park after 4 years equals d.
There will be 24 polar bears
in the park after y years.
There will be y polar bears
in the park after 24 years.
To find d, multiply the number of
polar bears in the park by 4.
The number of polar bears in
the park after 18 years equals 6.