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Linear vs. Nonlinear Functions - Definition & Examples

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The following table shows a couple of points on a function:

xy0−7113176411073\begin{array}{c|c} x&y\\ \hline 0&-7\\ 1&1\\ 3&17\\ 6&41\\ 10&73 \end{array}

Assuming the function follows the pattern shown above, is the function linear?

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