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A mechanic charges C(t) dollars to install a new distributor in a car. The formula C(t)=16t+160 is used to find the cost of installation, where t is the number of hours of labor performed by the mechanic.
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A mechanic charges C(t) dollars to install a new distributor in a car. The formula C(t)=16t+160 is used to find the cost of installation, where t is the number of hours of labor performed by the mechanic. What does the slope represent?

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Answer:

  • Labor cost per hour

Explanation:

The given formula is linear, with the slope of 16 and the y-intercept 160.

The slope represents a labor cost per hour and the y-intercept is the cost of spare parts used in repair.

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