Jasmine is running in a race. She runs 1,500 meters in 7 minutes. She starts out fast, slows down toward the middle of the race, and then finishes by sprinting to the finish line. Choose the sketch of a graph that exhibits the qualitative features of the relationship between the number of minutes Jasmine has been running and the distance she has run.(1 point)

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To represent Jasmine's running pattern graphically, we need to consider the qualitative features of her running speed over time.

1. Starting Fast: The initial portion of the graph should be steep, indicating that she is running quickly.
2. Slowing Down: After the initial fast start, there should be a noticeable flattening of the graph, indicating decreased speed and slower distance coverage.
3. Finishing with a Sprint: Toward the end of the race, the graph should again steepen, showing that Jasmine speeds up and covers the remaining distance quickly.

Therefore, the ideal sketch would start with a steep incline, transition into a more gradual slope (indicating slowing down), and then finish with another steep incline as she sprints to the finish line.

You should choose a graph that visually represents these characteristics: an initial steep rise, followed by a flatter area, and concluding with another steep rise.