Modeling with Exponential and Logarithmic Equations Answers

The data show that the population of lily pads has growth rate.

function would be most suitable to model these data.

The general form of an exponential function is y = abx. Use the regression calculator to find the values of a and b for the water lily population growth. Round to the nearest thousandth.

and b =

Day 17: plants

Did the water lilies double?

The slider only goes up to day 30, but this pond can hold up to 400 water lilies. Estimate the day that the pond will be full. Day