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Jo Boat Company makes boats and incurs painting costs as follows over the last six months: January, 8 boats, $270; February, 5 boats, $200; March, 10 boats, $310, April , 4 boats, $190; May, 6 boats, $240; and, June, 9 boats, $290. Estimate the total painting cost for a month when 12 boats are produced.

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