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) About Me  (Show Source):
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+y+=+6x+%2B+5+
+17+=+6x+%2B+5+
+6x+=+12+
+x+=+2+
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In 2 yrs the tree will be 17 ft tall