Does It Appear That a Linear Model or an Exponential $$\begin{array} { c | c } x & y \\\hline 2 & 3 \\\hline 4 & 5.5 \\\hline 6 & 7.8 \\\hline 8 & 10.3\end{array}$$

question 135

Essay

Does it appear that a linear model or an exponential model is the better fit for the data given in the table below? Explain
your choice. $$\begin{array} { c | c } x & y \\\hline 2 & 3 \\\hline 4 & 5.5 \\\hline 6 & 7.8 \\\hline 8 & 10.3\end{array}$$

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