Question

1. compare methods you purchase a new cell - phone that costs $250. you select a payment plan where you initially pay $10, and then pay $10 every month for the next 24 months. so far, you have paid $60. two graphs that model this situation are shown. explain how each graph represents the situation. then describe an advantage and disadvantage of each representation.

Explanation:

For the first graph (continuous - likely a line graph), it shows the cumulative amount paid over time as a smooth - increasing function. The initial $10 payment is the starting point on the y - axis, and it increases by $10 each month. Advantage: Clearly shows the overall trend of payment growth. Disadvantage: May give the false impression that payment can be made at any point in time (not just monthly intervals). For the second graph (discrete - likely a bar or step - graph), it represents the amount paid at each distinct monthly interval. Each bar or step corresponds to the total amount paid at the end of a particular month. Advantage: Accurately reflects the discrete nature of monthly payments. Disadvantage: Does not show the in - between values as clearly as the continuous graph.

Answer:

For the first (continuous) graph: Represents cumulative payment over time as a smooth increase; Advantage: Shows overall trend well; Disadvantage: Implies non - discrete payments. For the second (discrete) graph: Represents total payment at each monthly interval; Advantage: Reflects discrete payments accurately; Disadvantage: Does not show in - between values clearly.