Ever wondered how a tiny population—or your savings—can suddenly become massive? Let me take you on a journey to a bustling city in the Midwest, where I first encountered the magic of exponential growth. Picture this: a city’s population jumps from 20,000 to 22,800 in just one year. That’s a 14% growth rate! Now, here’s the trick: divide 70 by that percentage (not the decimal!), and voilà—5 years to double! But wait, what if the same growth took 20 years? Suddenly, doubling takes a whopping 100 years! Isn’t it wild how the pace of growth changes everything? The math behind it is elegant—logarithms, natural constants, and a dash of curiosity. I invite you to challenge my method, point out any slips, and share your own doubling tales below. Let’s bridge the gap between curiosity and clarity together! Any other formulas you swear by? Drop them in the comments! 🤔🔥 #Education #MathTricks #GrowthHacks