Question

A young sumo wrestler decided to go on a special diet to gain weight rapidly. He gained weight at a constant rate.

Answer 1

The wrestler's weight before he went on his diet is 78 kg

How to find the y-intercept?

The formula for slope is;

m = (y2 - y1)/(x2 - x1)

Thus, using two points we have;

m = (93.6 - 85.8)/(3 - 1.5)

m = 5.2

At the start of his diet, time in months = 0 months and so x = 0. Thus;

5.2 = (85.8 - y0)/(1.5 - 0)

5.2 * 1.5 = 85.8 - y0

y0 = 85.8 - (5.2 * 1.5)

y0 = 85.8 - 7.8

y0 = 78 kg

Thus, the wrestler's weight before he went on his diet is 78 kg

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