Question

The points shown represent a relation.

(8, 6.5), (12, 6.5), (17,8.25), (10,5), (14, 23), (33, 15.375)
Which statement is true?

a.
The relation is a function because all of the values are positive.
B.
The relation is a function because each x-value corresponds to only one y-value.
с.
The relation is not a function because some y-values are not whole numbers.
D.
The relation is not a function because one y-value corresponds to two x-values.

Answer 1

B. The relation is a function because each x-value corresponds to only one y-value.

Explanation:

In order for a relation to be a function, each x-value must have only one y-value. Decimals and negative numbers are negligible.