Determine whether the scatter plot could best be modeled by a linear model, a quadratic model, or neither.
A) linear model
B) quadratic model
C) neither

Question

Determine whether the scatter plot could best be modeled by a linear model, a quadratic model, or neither. 
A) linear model 
B) quadratic model 
C) neither

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The scatter plot shows a curved shape, suggesting that a quadratic model may better fit the data than a linear model. A linear model would have a constant rate of change, but the points do not appear to follow a straight line. Therefore, neither is not the best choice.

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