You can compare the rate at which x and y coordinates are changing in each option.
• If they are constant, the pairs are ,linear,.
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• If the change in not constant, the pairs are ,non-linear,.
Option #1
x coordinates >>> 4 to 7 to 10 = 3 units
y coordinates >>> 4 to 2 to 0 = -2 units
The pairs have a constant rate of change.
Thus,
Linear.
Option #2
No constant change in both x and y coordinates.
Thus,
Non-Linear.
Option #3
x coordinates >>> 2 to - 2 to - 6 = - 4 units
y coordinates >>> 4 to 2 to 0 = - 4 units
The pairs have a constant rate of change.
Thus,
Linear.
Option #4
No constant change in both x and y coordinates.
Thus,
Non-Linear.