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Which scenario can be modeled by the linear function

y = -15x + 500?

A. The temperature on Jupiter is
15℉ and increases by 500℉ every day.

B. There is a population of 500 giraffes in Western Africa that decreases by 15 giraffes each year.

C. A carpet cleaning service charges $500 plus an additional $15 for every hour.

D. A membership fee for a movie streaming service is free, but each rental costs $15.

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The answer is a because it is able to be modeled unlike the rest
User Ronakg
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I think the answer is C
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