For the set of points to the​ right, determine whether an exponential​ function, a logarithmic​ function, a linear​ function, or a quadratic function is the best choice for modeling the data.

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A scatterplot has a horizontal x-axis and a vertical y-axis. Five plotted points form a line that rises from left to right.
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Part 1
Choose the correct answer below.
A.
quadratic function
B.
linear function
C.
logarithmic function
D.
exponential function

1 answer

Based on your description of the scatterplot, if the plotted points form a line that rises from left to right, the best choice for modeling the data is:

B. linear function

Linear functions are characterized by a constant rate of change and appear as straight lines when plotted on a graph.