Use the graph to answer the question.

Question

The line graph shows tuition amounts for a university for the years 1996 through 1999. Which of
the following is a valid claim based on the graph?

The left side of the graph:
Tuition (in dollars)
0
8,500
9,000
9,500
10,000
10,500

Bottom of graph:
Year
0
1996
1997
1998
1999

Answer 1

Based on the description of the line graph showing tuition amounts for a university from 1996 through 1999, a valid claim could be:

"Tuition increased from 1996 to 1999."

This claim can be made if the line on the graph shows a rise in tuition amounts from the year 1996 up to 1999. If the exact tuition amounts for each year were provided, a more specific claim could be made, such as "Tuition was $8,500 in 1996 and increased to $10,000 in 1999." However, based on the general trend suggested by your description, the claim about an increase in tuition is appropriate.