Question

1.

Is the relationship shown by the data linear? If so, model the data with an equation.

A. The relationship is linear; y + 2 = 1/4 (x-7).

B. The relationship is linear; y + 2 = - 1/4 (x-7).

C. The relationship is not linear.

D. The relationship is linear; y - 2 = 1/4 (x+7).

Answer 1

C. The relationship is not linear.

Explanation:

When the rate of change is constant of one variable is corresponding to the change in the other variable , then the relationship is said to be linear.

The rate of change is given by:-

Also,

Therefore, the rate of change is not constant .

Hence, The relationship is not linear.