Linear, Quadratic, and Exponential Models
PrintLinear, Quadratic, and Exponential Models focuses on recognizing which function family fits a given situation and constructing the appropriate model. Linear growth by equal differences and exponential growth by equal factors are contrasted directly. Parameters are interpreted in context, and models are used to predict, compare, and make decisions.
Example Problems
Is a solution to the above equation?
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Solve the equation.
Maria and Lucia own land.
Lucia began with 11 hectares during the first month, and gained 5 more hectares each month.
Maria owned 6 hectares during the first one, and her land multiplied by a factor of each month.
After which month will Maria's amount of land first exceed Lucia's amount of land?
Lucia began with 11 hectares during the first month, and gained 5 more hectares each month.
Maria owned 6 hectares during the first one, and her land multiplied by a factor of each month.
After which month will Maria's amount of land first exceed Lucia's amount of land?
Evaluate:
Does the function model exponential growth or decay?

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