Solve the Problem Find the Cubic Function of Best Fit to the Data

question 99

Essay

Solve the problem.
-The profits (in millions) for a company for 8 years was as follows: $$\begin{array} { c | c } \text { Year, } x & \text { Profits } \\\hline 1993,1 & 1.1 \\1994,2 & 1.7 \\1995,3 & 2.0 \\1996,4 & 1.4 \\1997,5 & 1.3 \\1998,6 & 1.5 \\1999,7 & 1.8 \\2000,8 & 2.1\end{array}$$ Find the cubic function of best fit to the data.

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Definitions:

Bad News Messages

Communications that convey unfavorable or negative information to the recipient, often requiring careful wording to maintain goodwill.

Whistle-Blowing

Efforts by employees to report concerns about unethical or illegal behavior.

Illegal Behavior

Actions or activities that violate laws or regulations.

Ethical Behavior

Acting in ways consistent with what society and individuals typically think are good values, involving honesty, fairness, and integrity.