5. This graph shows the real data points for the number of marriages in the U.S. A trend line has been added with the equation shown in the box on the graph

1. Use the equation for the trend line to estimate the number of marriages in 2015. 2 points

1. Use the graph to estimate the actual value for 2015. Quantify how this value compares to the value found in part d. 2 points

1. Interpret the meaning of the slope of the trend line equation. 3 points

1. Should we use this model to predict marriages for 2025? Why or Why not? 2 points

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