At a distance 5 miles west of town, oil-bearing deposits are found 3066 feet deep. Also, 6 miles west of town, the oil is found 3257 feet down.  Assuming the oil-bearing stratum lies on a straight line, how deep would you expect to drill 8 miles west of town in order to find oil?
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A. 3448.00 feet
B. 3448.51 feet
C. 3639.91 feet
D. 3639.00 feet


Answer: D

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