For 1983 through 1989, the per capita consumption of chicken in the u. s. increased at a rate that was approximately linear. in 1983, the per capita consumption was 37.6 pounds, and in 1989 it was 45 pounds. what would you expect the per capita consumption of chicken to be in 1995?

Difference in year for the data noted = 1989 - 1983 = 6 years

Difference in the per capita consumption of chicken in the U.S = 45 - 37.6 = 7.4 pounds.

Increase in per capita consumption of chicken in the U.S in each year = 7.4/6 = 1.23 pounds per year

So expected  per capita consumption  of chicken to be in 1995 = 45+(1995-1989)*1.23 = 52.38 pounds