Use the graph to derive the equation y=mx for a line through the origin. Simplify the numerical coefficient, if needed.

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y=x
y equals x

y=33x
y equals Start Fraction 3 over 3 End Fraction x

y=3x
y equals 3 x

y=8x

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y = mx

In this case, the line passes through the origin where the y-intercept is 0. When a line passes through the origin, the equation simplifies to:

y = mx

Therefore, the correct equation is y = x.