The Size of the Average U

question 186

Multiple Choice

The size of the average U.S. farm has been growing steadily over the years. The following data, obtained from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, gives the size of the average farm y (in acres) from 1940 through 1991. (Here, x = 0 corresponds to the beginning of the year 1940.)
Find the equation of the least-squares line for these data. Use the equation found to estimate the size of the average farm in the year 2005.

• A) y = 8.59x + 139; 697 acres
• B) y = 6.26x + 167; 574 acres
• C) y = 7.4x + 139; 620 acres
• D) y = 7.4x + 139; 14,976 acres

Recognize the elements and terms necessary for an offer to be legally binding.

Interpret the legal effectiveness of advertisements as offers.

Distinguish between offers and invitations to negotiate.

Understand the conditions under which a revocation of an offer becomes effective.

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