Which statements are true about the variables in the yearly cost function? Check all that apply.

The number of books purchased is the input, or independent variable, because it is the quantity used to determine the cost. The yearly cost changes depending on how many books are purchased, so it is the output, or dependent variable. Therefore, the true statements are that the number of books is independent, the cost depends on the number of books, and the yearly cost is the output.

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