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Algebra & Trigonometry with Analytic Geometry

13th Edition

ISBN:9781133382119

Author:Swokowski

Publisher:Swokowski

Chapter2: Equations And Inequalities

Section2.1: Equations

Problem 63E

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Social Security Funding Social Security benefits are
funded by individuals who are currently employed.
The following graph, based on known data and projections into the future, defines a function that gives
the number of workers n supporting each retiree as
a function of time t (given by the calendar year).
Denote this function by n = f 1t2.
a. Find f 119902 and explain its meaning.
b. In what year will the number of workers supporting each retiree equal 2?
c. What does this function tell us about Social
Security in the future?

18
16.5
16
14
12
10
3.4
4
1.9
2
1950 1970 1990 2010 2030 2050
Year
(Source: Social Security Administration)
Workers per beneficiary

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