Let $w(m)$ give the weight (in pounds) of an average-sized baby girl who is $m$ months old. What does the statement $w(p)=17$ mean?
A) The average $p$-month old girl weighs 17 pounds.
B) The average 17-month old girl weighs $p$ pounds.
C) There are $p$ baby girls weighing 17 pounds.
D) There are 17 baby girls weighing $p$ pounds.

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The function $w(m)$ represents the weight of a baby girl at $m$ months, so $w(p)=17$ means the weight of a $p$-month old girl is 17 pounds.

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