Tell whether a linear model or a quadratic model is appropriate for the data. If linear, tell whether the slope should be positive or negative. If quadratic, decide whether the leading coefficient a of $x ^ { 2 }$ should be positive or negative.
-The amount of water in a pool as it is being filled, as a function of time.
A) quadratic; negative
B) quadratic; positive
C) linear; positive
D) linear; negative

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The amount of water in a pool increases at a constant rate as it is being filled, which suggests a linear relationship between the amount of water and time. The slope should be positive because the amount of water increases over time.

Tell Whether a Linear Model or a Quadratic Model Is x2x ^ { 2 }x2

Tell Whether a Linear Model or a Quadratic Model Is $x ^ { 2 }$