Solve, assuming a linear equation fits the situation.

The value of a graphing calculator is $225. After 2 years, the value of this calculator is $160. Find the value of the calculator after 5 years.

(HINT: Let the time now be 0, the time in two years be 2, and the time in five years be 5.)

Question

Solve, assuming a linear equation fits the situation.

The value of a graphing calculator is $225. After 2 years, the value of this calculator is $160. Find the value of the calculator after 5 years.

(HINT:  Let the time now be 0, the time in two years be 2, and the time in five years be 5.)

dobby1 · Answer

hm I am trying to think of someone to help

dobby1 · Answer

because I have no idea

anonymous · Answer

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dobby1 · Answer

brb looking at the names of people studying in the math section

anonymous · Answer

k

dobby1 · Answer

@Mertsj @Zarkon @ganeshie8 @lalaly

anonymous · Answer

k thanks

ganeshie8 · Answer

do u knw slope-intercept equation for a line ?

anonymous · Answer

y=mx+b right

anonymous · Answer

y2-y1/x2-x1 or is that it

mertsj · Answer

value = m(time)
These ordered pairs are on the line:  (0,225) (2,160)
Find the slope of the line.

anonymous · Answer

i have to find the price or value

mertsj · Answer

Did you find the slope as I instructed?