Chia Burgers Began Operations by Opening 115 Restaurants in Western

Multiple Choice

Chia Burgers began operations by opening 115 restaurants in Western Canada at the end of its first year of operations. By the end of year 2, an additional 5 restaurants were opened. By the end of year 3, there were 130 restaurants operational. At the end of year 5, there were 138 total restaurants.

If, over the next five years, eating establishments are expected to grow at the annual growth rate as they did during years 1 to 5, forecast the number of eating establishments at the end of year 10.

A) 172
B) 198
C) 202
D) 223
E) 225