Find a Power Function That Models the Data in the Table

question 177

Multiple Choice

Find a power function that models the data in the table. Round to three decimal places if necessary.
-The following points form a quadratic relationship: (1, 5.0) , (2, 4.4) , (3, 4.3) , (4, 4.2) , (5, 4.6) , (6, 4.8) , (7, 5.4) , (8, 6.2) . The x-coordinates are the years a particular company has been in operation and the y-coordinates are
The profit, in millions, for that year. Use quadratic regression to determine the profit in the fourth year.

• A) 4.28 million
• B) 4.35 million
• C) 6.5 million
• D) 4.20 million

Recognize the function and characteristics of the grapevine in organizational communication.

Identify the conditions under which rumors spread most effectively in organizations.

Understand how personal emotions and gossip contribute to the grapevine.

Recognize the role of non-verbal communication in conveying messages within organizations.

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