The Following Table Gives the Number of Students Taking an Applied

question 15

Short Answer

The following table gives the number of students taking an applied calculus course at a community college.
A. Find the average rate of change in the number of students taking the course between 2000 and 2004 (in students per year).
B. If the average rate of change continues at the same rate as between 2000 and 2004, in which year will the number of students taking the course first exceed 900?

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Definitions:

McClelland's Affiliation Need

The desire to build relationships, feel part of a group, and be liked, which is one of the three social motives according to David McClelland's theory.

Maslow's Belongingness Need

A psychological requirement for human connection and relationships, considered a fundamental human need in Maslow's hierarchy.

Need for Achievement

A personality trait characterized by an enduring drive for success and the setting of high standards of performance.

Performance Goals

Targets set to achieve a specific standard of proficiency on a task, usually within a predetermined time frame.