Question

For this function, which quantity depends on the other? That is, does the value of the nickels depend on the number of nickels, or does the number of nickels depend on the value of the nickels?
input
n, the number of nickels
rule
Input Output Arrow
5n
Input Output Arrow
output
v, the value of the nickels in cents


The
depends on the
value of nickles
number of nickles

Answer 1

In the context of the function you provided, the **value of the nickels (v)** depends on the **number of nickels (n)**.

This is because the value (v) is calculated based on the number of nickels, following the rule \( v = 5n \) (where each nickel is worth 5 cents). Therefore, as you change the number of nickels (n), the value (v) will change accordingly.

So, the correct statement is:

The **value of nickels** depends on the **number of nickels**.