According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the population ofDenver appears to be increasing linearly over the years from 1990to 2015. The following table shows the population, y, of Denver in10,000’s for each year, where x is the number of years since1990
According To Data From The U S Census Bureau The Population Of Denver Appears To Be Increasing Linearly Over The Years 1 (16.42 KiB) Viewed 50 times
1)State the slope of your line of best fit. b) Using completesentences, interpret the value of the slope in the context of thisdata. Don't forget to include units when appropriate.
2) Does the slope seem reasonable in the context of thissituation? (circle your answer) Yes or No Support your answer with1 – 2 sentences
3)a) Find the value of the equation when 𝑥 = 45 using your modelfrom question #3. Show all work to receive full credit.
b) Using complete sentences, interpret the meaning of the valueyou found when x = 45 in the context of this data. Remember toinclude units in your answer when appropriate.
5. In general, populations do not grow linearly over extendedperiods of time. List two real-world events that could cause apopulation to not have a constant rate of change. These could beevents that cause the population to experience a rapid growth orrapid decrease
Year 1990 1995 2000 2005 2010 2015 Estimates of Denver Population in 10,000's Years after 1990, x 0 5 10 15 20 25 Population, y 46.8 51.9 55.6 56.1 60.3 68.3
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