Functions Modeling Change: A Preparation for Calculus, 5th Edition

by Connally, Eric; Hughes-Hallett, Deborah; Gleason, Andrew M.; Cheifetz, Phil C.

Published by Wiley

ISBN 10: 1118583191

ISBN 13: 978-1-11858-319-7

Chapter 1 - Linear Functions and Change - 1.4 Formulas for Linear Functions - Exercises and Problems for Section 1.4 - Exercises and Problems - Page 34: 9

Answer

$$y=-500x+2000$$

Work Step by Step

In the equation, we see that the y-intercept is $2,000$ and the slope is $\frac{1500-2000}{0-1}=-500$. Thus, using $y=mx+b$, we find: $$y=-500x+2000$$

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