The association is negative as the line goes down
For 6: 12, 18, 24, 30, 36
For 9: 18, 27, 36, 45, 54
For 7: 14, 21, 28, 35, 42
Step-by-step explanation:
4x - 2y = 8
y = -2
4x -2(-2) = 8
4x + 4 = 8
4x = 4
x = 1
Answer: Use the same recipe but just throw away 4 cupcakes