The Following Linear Trend Equation Was Developed for the Annual

question 26

Multiple Choice

The following linear trend equation was developed for the annual sales of the Jordan Manufacturing Company. ŷ = 500 + 60t ($000) . How much are sales increasing?

• A) $60,000 per year
• B) $6,000 per month
• C) $500,000 per year
• D) $6,000 per year
• E) $500 per month

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