Asked by nk

The values on the x-axis range from 0 to 15 in increments of 1. The values on the y-axis range from 0 to 2,625 in increments of 175. The line begins at left parenthesis 0 comma 2,625 right parenthesis and slopes downward from left to right, passing through the following: left parenthesis 3 comma 2,100 right parenthesis; left parenthesis 8 comma 1,225 right parenthesis; and left parenthesis 14 comma 175 right parenthesis.


This graph shows data about Barton's banking situation. Which statement correctly interprets the slope of the line in the graph?
(1 point)
• Barton pays $175 per month to pay off a loan.
• Barton's starting balance is $2,625.
• Barton deposits $175 per month into a back account.
• Barton pays off a loan in 15 months.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
Answer: Barton pays $175 per month to pay off a loan.

Reason: slope = (2100 − 2625)/(3 − 0) = −525/3 = −175, so the balance decreases by $175 each month (a $175 monthly payment).