In 1–2 sentences, explain which type of function best models the data in the table? How do you know?

Type of Function

x y
1
1
26
26
4
4
86
86
7
7
146
146
(2 points)

1 answer

The data in the table is best modeled by a linear function, as there is a consistent pattern where each x-value is equal to its corresponding y-value. This indicates a direct proportional relationship, where y = x for the given x-values.