About 450 000 people lived in Maryville in 2000. In 2005, about 467 000 people lived in Maryville. What is the average number of people added each year?
How many years did it take to add 5 people? ** The total increase of people was counted in 2005 - 2000 = <<2005-2000=5>>5 years.
How many people were added in 5 years? ** In 5 years, there is a total of 467 000 - 450 000 = 17 000 people increase.
How many people are added each year? ** So, each year, the average number of people added is 17 000/5 = 3 400.
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