Solve the problem.In 2009 the United States recovered 21% of its municipal wastes through recycling, up from 17% in 2004. Find a linear equation that fits this data. Use this equation to predict the percentage recycled in 2022.

A. 31.4%
B. 27.8%
C. 33.1%
D. 29.5%


Answer: A

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