Answer:
227750
Step-by-step explanation:
If we assume that the rate of increase in population is linear, then in 4 years the increase in population is (224000 - 221000) = 3000.
So, the rate of increase in population is persons per year.
Now, we have to calculate the population of the town after an additional 5 years.
So, the population in 5 years will increase by (750 × 5) = 3750
Therefore, the population after an additional 5 years will be (224000 + 3750) = 227750. (Answer)
Slope Intercept Form - y = mx + b
First you need the slope or m which in the first equation is 6 and in the second is 5
Next the y-intercept or b which in the first equation is -4 and in the second is -3
Here is an image of both equation plotted on a graph where the first equation is purple and the second is green
Hope this helps, if you need anything else i will edit it in :)
edit: The to lines intercept at the point (1,2)
Sorry, i wasn't completely sure what you needed i haven't done this in a while. If you still need more, I'll try to help.
