Question

Are these linear relationships? (Use the equation to determine if the relationship is linear or not)

Answer 1

The relationships are given by:

a) The relationship is given by:

`y=-x`

The relationship is linear so answer is YES for a.

b) The relationship is given by:

`y=-5x`

The relationship is linear so answer is YES for b.

c)The relationship is given by:

`y=x^2`

The relationship is non- linear so answer is NO for c.