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An investment is worth $3518 in 1995. By 2000 it has grown to $5553. Let y be the value of the investment in the year x, where x = 0 represents 1995. Write a linear equation that models the value of the investment in the year x.

A. y = -407x + 7588
B. y = 1/407 x + 3518
C. y = -407x + 3518
D. y = 407x + 3518

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Since the value of the investment in the year 1995 is 3518
So the answer is
B. y = 1/407 x + 3518
Which represents the value of 3518

Check
From 1995 to 2000=5 years
Y=5/407+3518
Y=3518
User JTinkers
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Answer:

B is wrong

Explanation:


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