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Explain whether each equation is a linear equation. 1. y = x^2 - 1 2.y = 1 - x
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Explain whether each equation is a linear equation.

1. y = x^2 - 1
2.y = 1 - x

User Paul Woitaschek
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Equation #2 is the linear equation.
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Reason:
The formula for a linear equation is always y=mx + b
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Equation #1 is NOT a linear equation but a quadratic equation.
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