#### 480A wildlife conservation team tracked 120 endangered turtles in a coastal reserve. After one year, the population increased by 25%, but then 30 turtles were relocated to a safe habitat center. The following year, the remaining population grew by 20%. What is the turtle population at the end of the second year?

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turtle conservation success: tracking population growth and recovery in a coastal reserve In a remarkable conservation achievement, a dedicated wildlife team closely monitored a critically endangered turtle population in a protected coastal reserve. Over the span of two years, intensive tracking and intervention led to a significant boost in numbers—highlighting the effectiveness of modern conservation strategies. Initially, the team recorded 120 endangered turtles in the reserve. During the first year, their conservation efforts resulted in a 25% population increase, reflecting improved protection, habitat conditions, and monitoring. This growth brings the population to 150 turtles at the end of the first year. However, in a strategic move to enhance long-term survival, 30 turtles were relocated to a secure habitat center to safeguard them from predators and environmental threats. At this point, the remaining population stood at 120 turtles (150 – 30).