The following table shows the velocity V, in meters per second, of a rock t seconds after it is thrown downward near the surface of Venus. Round your answer to two decimal places, if necessary.
 t 3 6 9 12 V 51 77.49 103.98 130.47?
A: Complete a table of changes to show that the data are linear.B: Find a linear model for the data.C: Explain in practical terms the meaning of the initial value of the linear function you found in part B.

What will be an ideal response?


A
 Change in t From 3 to 6 From 6 to 9 From 9 to 12
 Change in V 26.49 26.49 26.49

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B:

C: The rock was thrown downward with an initial velocity of 24.51 meters per second.


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