The population of fish in a pond is given by the function P(t), where t is the number of months after June. Interpret the statements P(0) = 1,023 and P(2) = 1,612.

A. The population of fish in the pond was reduced by 589 fish and the population of fish in August was 1,612.
B. The population of fish in the pond was reduced by 589 fish and the population of fish in September was 1,612.
C. The population of fish in the pond grew by 589 fish and the population of fish in August was 1,612.
D. The population of fish in the pond grew by 589 fish and the population of fish in September was 1,612.