Question

Which statement best explains whether the table represents a linear or nonlinear function? (4 points)

Answer 1

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

Nonlinear, because the slope is not constant - it keeps changing.

Slope between (1,1) and (1,2) is (1/1) or 1

Slope between (2,4) and (16,3) is:

            Rise = (3-4) = -1

            Run = (16-2) = 14

            Slope = 14/-1 or -14

Definitely not linear.  The slope changes dramatically very quickly.  A straight line would disapprove.