Question

The data reflects the distance traveled (x) paired with time spent running (y). How can the slope of the line be interpreted?

a) Every 9 minutes, an additional mile is traveled.
b) Every 9.3 minutes, an additional mile is traveled.
c) Each runner travels an average of 9.3 miles.
d) Each runner travels an average of 9 miles.

Answer 1

The interpretation of the slope is:

a) Every 9 minutes, an additional mile is traveled.

How to Interpret the slope of the Line?

The general form of the equation of the line in slope intercept form is:

y = mx + c

where:

m is slope

c is y-intercept

The equation of the line in the graph is:

y = 9x + 9.3

Thus:

Slope = 9 which means that Every 9 minutes, an additional mile is traveled.