A school system is reducing the amount of dumpster loads of trash removed each week. In week 5, there were 60 dumpster loads of waste removed. In week 10, there were 40 dumpster loads removed. Assume that the reduction in the amount of waste each week is linear. Write an equation in function form to show the amount of trash removed each week.

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lukebluefive · Answer

Let
y = the number of dumpster loads
and
x = the week number

anonymous · Answer

Oh I get it thanks. IDK why but I only have trouble with the small things.

lukebluefive · Answer

No problem.  Glad I could help!

anonymous · Answer

Thank you!