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Graphical Models and the Vertical Line Test

A quality control inspector is reviewing two graphical patterns on a diagnostic screen. One pattern forms an upward-opening vertical parabola, and the other forms a complete circle. Using the vertical line test, explain why the parabolic pattern is classified as a function, but the circular pattern is not.

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