Algebra: A Combined Approach (4th Edition)

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ISBN 13: 978-0-32172-639-1

Chapter 11 - Group Activity - Recognizing Linear and Quadratic Models - Page 824: 6

Answer

The linear and quadratic formulas found using regressions are, respectively, $y=83.94x+1318$ and $y=-19082x^2+72020.8x+154084$.

Work Step by Step

The linear equation slope was smaller than estimated, while the intercept was larger than estimated. The $x^2$ coefficient was smaller than expected, and the intercept was also smaller than expected.
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