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The points shown in the graph represent the per capita consumption of chicken and beef for the United States x years after the year 2000. (Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, www.ers.usda.gov)
Use the given data points to write a linear function that approximates per capita consumption of chicken C(x) (in lb) at a time x years since the year 2000.
Use the given data points to write a linear function that approximates per capita consumption of beef B(x) (in lb) at a time x years since the year 2000.
Approximate the solution to the system of linear equations defined by the functions from parts (a) and (b). Round to 1 decimal place. Interpret the meaning of the solution to the system.
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