What is the rate of change (slope/m) of the linear function that has a graph that passes through the points (15, 8) and (10,7)

Do some research and find a city that has experienced population growth. determine its population on january 1st of a certain year. write an exponential function to represent the city’s population, y, based on the number of years that pass, x after a period of exponential growth. describe the variables and numbers that you used in your equation.

Does anyone know how to solve and graph this: 4 + | a + 2 | < 7the only part i don't get is the "4 +"

Jack is considering a list of features and fees for current bank: jack plans on using network atms about 4 times per month. what would be jack’s total estimated annual fees for a checking account with direct paycheck deposit, one overdraft per year, and no 2nd copies of statements? a. $44 b. $104 c. $144 d. $176