SOLUTION: A tree is 5 feet tall and grows at a rate of 6 feet a year.Write an Equation that relates years,x,and height of the tree,y.Use this equation to determine when it will be 17 feet ta

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Question 1059688: A tree is 5 feet tall and grows at a rate of 6 feet a year.Write an Equation that relates years,x,and height of the tree,y.Use this equation to determine when it will be 17 feet tall.
Answer by josmiceli(19441)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!




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In 2 yrs the tree will be 17 ft tall

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