College Algebra (10th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321979478
ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-947-6

Chapter 4 - Section 4.1 - Properties of Linear Functions and Linear Models - 4.1 Assess Your Understanding - Page 280: 24

Answer

The given function is $linear$. $Slope = 4$.

Work Step by Step

Step-1: Plot the graph with the given data. The graph obtained is shown below. It can be seen that it is a straight line, so the function is linear. Step-2: Slope $=\frac{\Delta y}{\Delta x}=\frac{12-(-4)}{2-(-2)}=4$.
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