The proportional relationship in the context of a graph is typically represented by a straight line through the origin (0,0), indicating a constant ratio between the x and y values. Among the curves described:
- Curve A has a step-like structure and does not represent a constant ratio.
- Curve B is an increasing concave down curve, which also does not represent a constant ratio.
- Curve C is a straight line with a unit slope, which indicates a consistent proportional relationship.
- Curve D is a straight line that starts above the origin, indicating a relationship that does not go through the origin.
Therefore, the correct response indicating the proportional relationship is:
Graph C