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Is the equation y = x^2 -6 linear?

User LizzyPooh
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Answer:

i don't think so

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User Jaesung
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Answer:

no

Explanation:

for the equation y=x^2 -6 the line is curved and both points are facing up. A linear pair has to be straight. Therefore, this equation isn't linear

User Richard Whitehead
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