Finite Math and Applied Calculus (6th Edition)

Published by Brooks Cole
ISBN 10: 1133607705
ISBN 13: 978-1-13360-770-0

Chapter 1 - Section 1.3 - Linear Functions and Models - Exercises - Page 92: 89b

Answer

Estimate: 890 million pounds of pasta imported in 2005

Work Step by Step

Using the model found in part (a), $y=40t+290$ (million pounds of pasta) where t= years after 1990. In 2005, t=15. So, in 2005, $y=40(15)+290=890$ Estimate: 890 million pounds of pasta imported in 2005
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