To analyze the relationship between the values of
Given values:
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Part 1: Representing the relationship using words
From observing the values, we notice that
Let's analyze the options:
A. The value of y is ten less than the quantity nine times the value of x.
B. The value of y is the square of the quantity one plus the value of x.
C. The value of y is the cube of the quantity seven minus the value of x.
D. The value of y is three more than the quantity five times the value of x.
E. The value of y is ten less than the square of the quantity ten times the value of x.
F. The value of y is six times the value of x.
We can deduce that option D fits our observation best:
- The relationship can be expressed as:
(which we can verify by substituting the values). - Thus, the correct answer is: D. The value of y is three more than the quantity five times the value of x.
Part 2: Representing the relationship using an equation
We can establish the relationship in equation form derived from our observation:
This is a linear equation since it can be expressed in the form
Conclusion
- The relationship is a linear function.
- The equation representing the relationship is: