SOLUTION: The value V of a new car, which cost $50,000 initially, when depreciated linearly over 20 years is given by V=50,000(1-x/20). where x represents years. Determine the values of x su

Question 1121682: The value V of a new car, which cost $50,000 initially, when depreciated linearly over 20 years is given by V=50,000(1-x/20). where x represents years. Determine the values of x such that 0 < V < 20,000.
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Solve the two equations for

to get the two desired values.

John

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