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Explaining Calligraphy Cost Components to an Assistant

Imagine you are training a new assistant for Loreen's calligraphy business. Recall the weekly cost model given by the linear equation C=1.8n+35C = 1.8n + 35, where CC represents the weekly cost in dollars and nn is the number of wedding invitations written.

Write a brief explanation for your assistant that identifies:

  1. The mathematical term for the value 35 in this equation and its specific meaning regarding the business's weekly expenses.
  2. The mathematical term for the value 1.8 in this equation and its specific meaning regarding the business's weekly expenses.

Make sure to state the exact numerical values and what they represent in dollars in your explanation.

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