Explore a real-world application to distinguish between linear and exponential growth in this 1-hour 3-minute lecture by NCSSM Instructor Maria Hernandez. Examine a data problem involving population growth and food production, focusing on concepts accessible to Math I students while introducing advanced data analysis methods for higher-level courses. Learn to use TI 83 or TI 84 calculators to analyze data, create linear models, perform linear regression, and work with sequences. Gain practical skills in using calculator templates, tables, and emulators to solve problems and visualize data. Participate in this interactive session to enhance your understanding of mathematical modeling and its applications in real-world scenarios.