What is a linear function?
Linear and Nonlinear Functions

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A linear function is a function that can be graphically represented as a straight line. It has the form f(x) = mx + b, where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.
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What is a nonlinear function?
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A nonlinear function is a function that does not form a straight line when graphed. Its rate of change is not constant, and it can take various forms such as quadratic, exponential, or logarithmic.
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How can you identify a linear function from a table of values?
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A linear function will have a constant rate of change between the x-values and y-values. If the differences in y-values divided by the differences in x-values are the same, the function is linear.
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What is the slope of a linear function?
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The slope of a linear function is a measure of its steepness, calculated as the change in y divided by the change in x (rise/run). It indicates how much y changes for a unit change in x.
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What does the y-intercept represent in a linear function?
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The y-intercept is the point where the graph of the function crosses the y-axis. It represents the value of the function when x = 0.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the general form of a linear equation?
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The general form of a linear equation is Ax + By = C, where A, B, and C are constants.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Can a linear function have a negative slope?
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Yes, a linear function can have a negative slope, which means that as x increases, y decreases.
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