In 1980, median famly income was about $17,000 and in 2000 it was about $43,000.
a) find the slope of the line passing through the points (1908, 17000), and (2000,43000).
b) Interpret the slope as a rate of change.
c) If this trend continues, estimate the median family income in 2005.

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In 1980, median famly income was about $17,000 and in 2000 it was about $43,000.
a) find the slope of the line passing through the points (1908, 17000), and (2000,43000). 
b) Interpret the slope as a rate of change. 
c) If this trend continues, estimate the median family income in 2005.

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anonymous · Answer

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