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If m < 0 and b > 0, the graph of y = mx + b does not pass through which quadrant?

Quadrant I
Quadrant II
Quadrant III
Quadrant IV

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The graph will not past at quadrant III. I think thats the best answer, hope that helps.
User Denis Omerovic
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Answer:

Quadrant III


Explanation:

The attached picture shows graph of 4 such linear functions with the conditions given in the problem. ALL of them DO NOT pass through Quadrant III.

The graphs shown are of the functions:


y=-2x+1


y=-3x+3


y=-x+0.5


y=-5x+2


So, any linear function of the form
y=mx+b with
m<0 and
b>0 does not pass through Quadrant III. Answer choice 3 is correct.


If m < 0 and b > 0, the graph of y = mx + b does not pass through which quadrant-example-1
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