Question 1171569: Consider the following points.
(2013, 8), (2014, 9), (2015, 13)
(a) Determine the polynomial function of least degree whose graph passes through the given points.
p(x) =
(b) Sketch the graph of the polynomial function, showing the given points.
Answer by Alan3354(69443)   (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! Consider the following points.
(2013, 8), (2014, 9), (2015, 13)
(a) Determine the polynomial function of least degree whose graph passes through the given points.
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It's 2nd degree, a parabola.
y = ax^2 + bx + c
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sub the given x & y values and solve for a, b & c.
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