Concept explainers
a.
To write: An algebraic expression, based on the money Christina will earn if she works
a.
Answer to Problem 48PPS
Expression is
Explanation of Solution
Given Information:Christina earns
Calculation:
As Christina earns
Where
b.
To create: A table containing five different values of hours Christina can babysit.
b.
Answer to Problem 48PPS
Table is created below.
Explanation of Solution
Given Information:Christina earns
Calculation:
Thus, table is created.
c
To draw: A graph using the data values in the table calculated in the previous part.
c
Answer to Problem 48PPS
Graph is plotted.
Explanation of Solution
Given Information: Christina earns
Graph:
Thus, graph is plotted.
d.
To find: If it makes sense to connect the points in graph with a line.
d.
Answer to Problem 48PPS
Yes, it makes sense to connect the points with a line.
Explanation of Solution
Given Information:Christina earns
Yes, it makes sense to connect the points with a line. As the line signifies positive slope, it gives a clear picture of the pattern and trend in-between the consecutive points. It can be observed that in this case, lines is sharply progressing upward, making an uphill.
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