Solve the problem using the quadratic formula.Sue rowed her boat across Lake Bend and back in 3 hours. If her rate returning was 2 mph less than the rate going, and if the distance each way was 7 miles, find her rate going.

A. 5.5 mph
B. 5.9 mph
C. 3.7 mph
D. 1.5 mph


Answer: B

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Find the regression line for the given data. Round to two decimal places, if necessary.

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