SOLUTION: The linear function f(x)=0.01x+57.7 models the global average temperature of Earth, f(x), in degrees Fahrenheit, x years after 1995. Find the slope and describe what this means in

Question 1132548: The linear function f(x)=0.01x+57.7 models the global average temperature of Earth, f(x), in degrees Fahrenheit, x years after 1995. Find the slope and describe what this means in terms of the rate of change. Be sure to use appropriate units. THANK YOU
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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Temperature has increased 0.01 degree each year since 1995; and average was 57.7 F in 1995.
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