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QuizMultiple Choice

Comparing Functions in the Real World

Question 18 • 2026 Summer 305 Edgenuity CR_Grade 8 Pre-Algebra_Math

In 2010, Washington Township created recreational soccer programs for the spring and fall seasons. The table shows the number of participants who registered for each season during the first four years.Participation in Town Soccer ProgramsYearSpring leagueFall league2010681452011791482012901512013101154Which statement best describes the programs?

Answer
A
Participation in the spring league is increasing more than twice as fast as participation in the fall league.
B
Participation in the spring league is increasing at a slightly faster rate than participation in the fall league.
C
Participation in the fall league is increasing more than twice as fast as participation in the spring league.
D
Participation in the fall league is increasing at a slightly faster rate than participation in the spring league.

Explanation

From 2010 to 2013, spring participation increased from 68 to 101, a gain of 33 over three years, or 11 participants per year. Fall participation increased from 145 to 154, a gain of 9, or 3 participants per year. Since 11 is more than twice 3, spring participation is increasing more than twice as fast.

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