In 2015, 88% of U.S. residents used the internet, up from 14% in 1995. The table shows the percent who use the internet for selected years from 2000 and projected to 2025. Year Percent Year Percent 2000 67 2015 88 2005 79 2020 95 2010 82 2025 98

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In 2015, 88% of U.S. residents used the internet, up from 14% in 1995. The table shows the percent who use the internet for selected years from 2000 and projected to 2025.
Year Percent Year Percent
2000 67 2015 88
2005 79 2020 95
2010 82 2025 98
(a) Find the logarithmic function that models the percent p as a function of x, the number of years after 1990. Report the model with 4 significant digit coefficients.
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(b) Use the model to predict the percentage of internet users in the United States in 2022.Round your answer to one decimal place.)
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