Functions Modeling Change: A Preparation for Calculus, 5th Edition

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Chapter 5 - Logarithmic Functions - 5.4 Logarithmic Scales - Exercises and Problems for Section 5.4 - Exercises and Problems - Page 222: 3

Answer

Not logarithmic

Work Step by Step

The number of meals each person eats is not likely to be far apart from each other. Thus, a logarithmic scale would not make sense. A $\underline {linear}$ scale makes more sense.
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