The distance that a bird flies is measure by y miles for x minutes, and is given by the function y=f(x). a. Interpret f(5) and state the units. b. Interpret f'(5) and state the units.

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The distance that a bird flies is measure by y miles for x minutes, and is given by the
function y=f(x).
a. Interpret f(5) and state the units.
b. Interpret f'(5) and state the units.
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