The value of a rare painting has increased each year since it was found at a garage sale. The value of the painting is modeled by the function f(x) = 799(1.03)x. What does the 799 represent? What will the painting be worth after 5 years? Round your answer to the nearest dollar.
A=P(r+1)^t
a=future amount
p=present amount
r=rate
t=time
therefor 799 is present amount
after 5 years, x=t=5
f(5)=799(1.03)^5
f(5)=926.2599
round
$926
799 is original cost/price
after 5 years, it is worth $926