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Modelling From Data: Saras.K, IU, 2011

The document discusses two sets of data and fitting linear and logarithmic models to each. For the first set of data on culture mass over time, the linear model provides a better fit. The linear equation is given and used to calculate the mass at specific times. For the second set of data on recommended vehicle distance based on speed, two possible models are linear and exponential, with the exponential model fitting better. The exponential model is used to estimate distances at 60 and 200 km/hr, with the 60 km/hr estimate deemed more reliable.

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Modelling From Data: Saras.K, IU, 2011

The document discusses two sets of data and fitting linear and logarithmic models to each. For the first set of data on culture mass over time, the linear model provides a better fit. The linear equation is given and used to calculate the mass at specific times. For the second set of data on recommended vehicle distance based on speed, two possible models are linear and exponential, with the exponential model fitting better. The exponential model is used to estimate distances at 60 and 200 km/hr, with the 60 km/hr estimate deemed more reliable.

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MODELLING FROM DATA

Question 1
A culture is left to grow and a scientist is interested in how long it will take to reach
certain sizes. His recorded observations are as follows
Mass, m (grams)
Time, T (hours)
(a)

0.26
5.0

0.32
9.1

0.35
10.8

0.40
13.2

0.47
16.3

0.53
18.7

Using technology, fit the data using linear model and logarithmic model. Which
model is better ? Why ?

(3 marks)
(b)

Write the equation for the model you chose in part (a).

(1 mark)
(c)

How long does it take for the mass to reach 0.5 grams and 0.8 grams ? Which
answer is more reliable ? Why ?

(3 marks)
(d)

What is the mass of the culture at 10 hours ?

(1 mark)
Question 2
Drivers are advised to keep their vehicle at a safe distance from the vehicle in front of
them to avoid accidents. The recommended distance (d) depends on the speed of the
vehicle (v). The table below shows the distance for different values of speed.
v (km/hour)

32

48

64

80

96

112
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d (metres)
(a)

12

23

36

53

73

96

Suggest two possible models for the above data.

(2 marks)
(b)

Which model gives a better fit ? Give reason.

(2 marks)
(c)

Using the model in part (b), estimate D(60) and D(200). Which estimate is more
reliable ? Give reason.

(4 marks)

Saras.K, IU,2011

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