A guidance counselor randomly surveys 30 seniors about their post-high school plans. The table shows the results. Predict how many seniors out of 180 will
begin studying for a bachelor's degree after high school. bachelors:17 associates:4 work:7 other:2

Which statement best explains whether the table represents a linear or nonlinear function? input (x) output (y) 2 5 4 10 6 15 8 20 it is a linear function because the input values are increasing. it is a nonlinear function because the output values are increasing. it is a linear function because there is a constant rate of change in both the input and output. it is a nonlinear function because there is a constant rate of change in both the input and output.