Which statement best explains whether the table represents a linear or nonlinear function?

Input (x) Output (y)

0 1

1 2

2 4

3 16


A- It is a linear function because there is a constant rate of change in both the input and output values.

B- It is a nonlinear function because there is a constant rate of change is both the input and output values.

C- It is a linear function because the output values are increasing at different rates.

D- It is a nonlinear function because the output values are increasing at different rates.