Question

Which statement best explains whether the following table represents a linear or a nonlinear function?

x y
−2 1 over 9
−1 1 over 3
0 1
1 3
2 9

The table represents a linear function because the rate of change is constant.

The table represents a linear function because the rate of change is not constant.

The table represents a nonlinear function because the rate of change is constant.

The table represents a nonlinear function because the rate of change is not constant.

Answer 1

Answer:The table represents a linear function because the rate of change is constant.

Explanation: