1. he population of a culture of bacteria is calculated and recorded after each hour, for a six-hour period.
2. HoursNumber of bacteria098120624053783415505252065630
3. Sketch a graph to illustrate these data.(2 marks)
4. Use a spreadsheet program to compare the linear, quadratic, and exponential regression models. List the equations and correlation coefficients for each type of function. Provide a graph and include the regression lines.(8 marks)
5. Use each model to determine the initial number of bacteria at the beginning of the study.(3 marks)
6. Which model gives the most realistic answer?(2 marks)
7. Which function is the best model for these data? Explain your reasoning.(2 marks)