Based on the data and scatter plot, it appears that a linear model best fits the data.
Using a calculator, the linear model equation for the data is: y = -0.368x + 62.878
To estimate the ball's height when it is 173 feet from the point where it was hit:
y = -0.368(173) + 62.878
y = -63.644 + 62.878
y = -0.766 feet
Therefore, the estimated height of the ball when it is 173 feet from the point where it was hit is approximately -0.8 feet.
x
16
34
36
65
131
150
244
287
295
302
y
19
35
36
58
87
91
77
52
47
41
Looking at the data table and observing a scatter plot on your calculator, what type of model best fits these data?
Exponential
Quadratic
Linear
Logarithmic
Use your calculator to fit an appropriate model to the data. Round values to three decimal places.
Using the equation you found, estimate the ball's height off the ground when it is 173 feet from the point where it was hit. Round your answer to one decimal place.
feet
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