A project with some math questions just need to know how to do them

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The discussion revolves around a project involving mathematical problems related to the relationship between the distance of planets from the sun (measured in astronomical units) and their orbital periods (measured in days). The original poster seeks guidance on how to analyze the provided data and model it mathematically.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning

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  • Participants suggest drawing a graph to visualize the data and exploring Kepler's Laws as a potential framework for understanding the relationship. There are questions about the roles of distance and period in the context of slope and intercept in the graph.

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The discussion has evolved with some participants providing suggestions for analysis, while others express confusion about the questions posed. The original poster indicates they have resolved their issues independently after using a calculator.

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Participants are navigating the complexities of modeling data, including determining the type of relationship (quadratic, cubic, quartic) and the implications of the data table provided. There is an emphasis on understanding the mathematical concepts rather than seeking direct answers.

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ok i have a few long problems that are part of project i just need to know how to go about solving them i don't expect anyone to do it for me but here it is



Distance(AU)|0.39 | 0.72 | 1.00 | 1.49 | 5.19 | 9.51 |19.1 | 30.0 | 39.3
Period(days) | 88 | 225 | 365 | 687 | 4344 | 10775 |30681 |60267 | 90582
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that is suposed to be a table

a - state whether in data is quadratic,cubi or quartic. Write the equation that best models the data. State the R squared value.



b - When a planet is 15(AU) from the sun, what is its approximate orbit period?



c - If a planet has an orbit period of 69,000 days, what is its approximate distance from the sun?


all the questions are like that but if anyone can tell me how to do this one i should be fine; thanks a lot
 
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a) Draw a graph!

b) Look up Kepler's Laws! Or use the properties you found in (a)!

c) See (b).
 
so would the slope be distance of period and no y intercept?
 
I don't understand the question.
 
me either that's why i posted it

but would distance be x and period be y?
 
No, I meant I don't understand your question:

so would the slope be distance of period and no y intercept?

As to your new question:

but would distance be x and period be y?

the answer is "yes!"
 
i figured it out i had to use the calculator i don't need anyhelp anymore thanks though