Does It Appear That a Linear Model or a Power $$\begin{array} { c | c } x & y \\\hline 2 & 8 \\\hline 4 & 16 \\\hline 6 & 28 \\\hline 8 & 36\end{array}$$

question 23

Essay

Does it appear that a linear model or a power model is the best fit for the data given in the table below? Explain
your choice. $$\begin{array} { c | c } x & y \\\hline 2 & 8 \\\hline 4 & 16 \\\hline 6 & 28 \\\hline 8 & 36\end{array}$$

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