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The average weight, in ounces, of a baby for the first six months of life can be estimated using the equation y = 6x + 120, where x represents the number of weeks. What is the meaning of the slope of this equation?

A.
A baby gains an average of 120 ounces per week.

B.
A baby weighs about 6 ounces when it is first born.

C.
A baby gains an average of 6 ounces per week.

D.
A baby weighs about 120 ounces when it is first born.

User Peddro
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Answer:

Its D

Explanation:

User Angelos Kapsimanis
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Answer:

I believe its D, if not C

Explanation:

Since 6x would be something multiplying, the weeks that would be the amount added every week. 120 would the amount it weighs when its born.

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