Linear functions are given in the form:
y = mx + n
m slope
n y-intercept
Inserting the given values:
-4 = -1m + n
1 = 2m + n
Solve for m and n.
Answer:
not really
Step-by-step explanation:
The number of friends (x) is expected to be an integer. 6.5 friends does not really make sense.
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There are all kinds of ways this might make sense, but none of them are supported by the information given in the problem statement.
Answer:
slope: -170
y-int: 1020
P.S. I made sure my answer was right by graphing the equation (y = -170x + 1020) on a calculator :)
Step-by-step explanation:
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Isolate m by add n/3p to Q
m = Q + n/3p
If you triple the ginger, to be able to keep proportion, you would need triple the nutmeg as well.