Solve the problem.
-In a certain state, 2200 acres of farmland are being developed into housing developments per year. Create a function, f(x), that models the acres of farmland lost to development in x years.
A) f(x) = 2020x
B) f(x) = 2200x
C) f(x) = -2200x
D) f(x) = -2020x

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The function should represent the amount of farmland lost to development in x years. As 2200 acres are being developed per year, the function should have a constant rate of change of -2200. Therefore, the correct function is f(x) = -2200x. Option B is the only one that matches this function.

Solve the Problem. -In a Certain State, 2200 Acres of Farmland Are Being