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To find:Rate of change
Answer to Problem 3CYU
The rate of change in linear function is decrease of 0.8 ft/min.
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Calculation:
Consider the table that shows attitude of a group of hikers during their hikes.
Time (minute) [x] | Altitude (ft) [y] |
20 | 170 |
30 | 162 |
40 | 154 |
The rate of change is change in one quality with respect to another quantity.
Mathematically,
Thus, the rate of change is change in attitude with respect to change in time.
So,
Conclusion:
Therefore, rate of change in linear function is decreaseof 0.8ft/min.
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