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Which Model Makes Sense?

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Real-Life Scenarios



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Now, look at the data Marissa and Khalid gathered for the velocity of the projectile.

Velocity of Projectile vs. Time

Time (seconds)

0

0.5

1

1.5

2

2.5

3

Velocity (feet per second)

49

34

19

2.5

−14

−30.5

−45

Create and Analyze

Create a scatter plot and determine which function type (linear, exponential or quadratic) may be the best fit for the data set. 

Check Your Understanding

 

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