Linear Application
The function C(q)=360002000q\displaystyle {C}{\left({q}\right)}={36000}-{2000}{q} represents the balance in your college payment account after q\displaystyle {q} quarters.
Interpret the Slope in this situation.

The balance in this account is at a rate of
Interpret the Vertical Intercept in this situation.

After quarters, the balance in this account is $.