Question

The graph below shows how the weight of the water in a plastic jug depends on the amount of water in the jug. Which statement BEST describes the meaning of the slope of the line on the graph?

A: Zero gallons of water weigh 0 pounds
B: Water weighs 8 pound per gallon
C: Ten gallons of water weigh 80 pounds
D: Water weighs 1/8 pound per gallon

Answer 1

B

Explanation:

from the graph,the line passes through (5,40) .As we know that,

slope = rise /run = weight/amount in jug ,

slope = 40 pounds / 5 gallons

slope= 8 pound/gallon

This means water weighs 8 pound per gallon .

Correct answer is option B .

and we are done!