Question

Cecelia planted two bushes at the same time and measured their heights over several years. She represented each bush’s growth as shown.

Bush A:

Had a height of 7.5 inches when planted.
Grew at a constant rate of 2.5 inches per year.
Which of the following statements are true? Choose all that apply.

A. Bush A has a greater rate of change than Bush B.
B. Bush B has an initial value less than the initial value of Bush A.
C. After 7 years, Bush B was 1 inch taller than Bush A.
D. Bush B grows at a slower rate than Bush A.
E. Bush A and Bush B were the same height when planted.

Answer 1

The question involves comparing the growth of Bush A to an unknown Bush B. Without details on Bush B, we cannot determine the accuracy of the statements provided, effectively making it impossible to answer A, B, C, D, or E.

Step-by-step explanation:

The question presents a situation where two bushes are planted and their growth over the years is measured. Bush A, with an initial height of 7.5 inches, grows at a constant rate of 2.5 inches per year. Without information on Bush B, we can't accurately compare the two. However, some logical deductions can be made. Without additional data for Bush B, statements A, B, C, and D cannot be evaluated as true or false. Statement E is also not confirmable without information about the height of Bush B when planted. As the question does not provide data for Bush B, one can only comment on Bush A's initial height and growth rate. To compare the two bushes, details such as Bush B's initial height and growth rate are essential.