Tell whether a linear model or a quadratic model is appropriate for the data. If linear, tell whether the slope should be positive or negative. If quadratic, decide whether the leading coefficient a of x2 should be positive or negative.The amount of sales tax paid as a function of the sales price.

A. linear; negative
B. quadratic; positive
C. linear; positive
D. quadratic; negative


Answer: C

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A. III and IV B. II and III C. II and IV D. I and III

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A. Does not exist B. 2 C. 0 D. 4

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A. theoretical B. experimental

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A. 20 B. 1600 C. 80 D. 40

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