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What is the pattern in the values as the exponents increase?

You’re repairing a large rectangular aquarium. the final step is to cover the glass with a protective film. the front and back of the aquarium measure 4 meters by 2 meters, and the sides of the aquarium measure 3 meters by 2 meters. how many square meters of protective film do you need? ( )

Choose the correct slope of the line that passes through the points (1, -3) and (3, -5)