The function H described by H(x)= 2.75+71.48 can be used to predict the height in centimeters, of a women whose humerus (the bone from the elbow to the shoulder) is x cm long.
Predict the height of a women whose humerus is 39 cm long .
The predicted height of a women whose humerus is 39 cm long is ____ cm

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anonymous · Answer

where is x, in the equation?

anonymous · Answer

H(x)=2.75x+71.48?  or...
H(x)=2.75+71.48x?  or....?

anonymous · Answer

H(x)=2.75x+71.48

anonymous · Answer

We have the equation and we are given x=39.  Just plug in x=39 and you get:$$H(39)=2.75(39)+71.48=178.73$$The woman's predicted height is 178.73cm.