The average consumption per person per year of whole milk, w, can be approximated by the equation w=-2.4t + 55, where t is the number of years after 2004 and w is measured in pounds. The consumption of whole milk is shown on the graph in blue. Predict the consumption of whole milk in the year 2024. (Hint: Find the value of t that corresponds to the year 2024.)

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The average consumption per person per year of whole milk, w, can be approximated by the equation w=-2.4t + 55, where t is the number of years after 2004 and w is measured in pounds. The consumption of whole milk is shown on the graph in blue. Predict the consumption of whole milk in the year 2024. (Hint: Find the value of t that corresponds to the year 2024.)
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