Part a: explain why the x-coordinates of the points where the graphs of the equations y = 4x and y = 2x−1 intersect are the solutions of the equation 4x = 2x−1. (4 points)

part b: make tables to find the solution to 4x = 2x−1. take the integer values of x between −4 and 4. (4 points)

part c: how can you solve the equation 4x = 2x−1 graphically? (2 points)

Linda and ralph have signed a contract to purchase a home. the closing date is april 27, and the buyer owns the property on the day of closing. the selling price of the home is $782,500. linda and ralph obtained a fixed-rate mortgage from a bank for $685,000 at 7.35% interest. the seller has already paid $14,578.15 in property taxes for the coming year. how much will linda and ralph owe in prorated expenses? (3 points) $64,925.65 $34,347.06 $10,496.82 $9,945.06