A Child’s Growth and Prosperity
When a new baby enters this world, pediatricians will monitor the baby’s growth in many areas. Weight, head circumference, length, and body mass index are just a few of the measurements collected as newborns progress through childhood. Parents of newborns are not only concerned with their child’s measurements, but they typically consider their child’s medical and financial needs, too.



As you complete the task, keep these questions in mind: How can you use linear functions to describe and analyze measurements associated with babies’ growth? How can you use functions to calculate college savings and to determine how much medicine to administer?
Directions:
Complete each of the following tasks, reading the directions carefully as you go.
You will be graded on the work you show, or your solution process, in addition to your answers. Make sure to show all of your work and to answer each question as you complete the task. Type all of your work into this document so you can submit it to your teacher for a grade. You will be given partial credit based on the work you show and the completeness and accuracy of your explanations.