Determine whether a linear or quadratic function would be a more appropriate model for the graphed data. If linear, tell whether the slope should be positive or negative. If quadratic, decide whether the coefficient a of $x^{2}$ should be positive or negative.
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A) Linear; negative
B) Quadratic; positive
C) Quadratic; negative
D) Linear; positive

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Determine whether a linear or quadratic function would be a more appropriate model for the graphed data. If linear, tell whether the slope should be positive or negative. If quadratic, decide whether the coefficient a of $x^{2}$ should be positive or negative.
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A) Linear; negative 
B) Quadratic; positive 
C) Quadratic; negative 
D) Linear; positive

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The Answer of Determine whether a linear or quadratic function would be a more appropriate model for the graphed data. If linear, tell whether the slope should be positive or negative. If quadratic, decide whether the coefficient a of $x^{2}$ should be positive or negative.
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A) Linear; negative 
B) Quadratic; positive 
C) Quadratic; negative 
D) Linear; positive

Determine Whether a Linear or Quadratic Function Would Be a More