If a Linear Relation Is Described by the Equation C

question 226

Multiple Choice

If a linear relation is described by the equation C = 35 - 5D, then the vertical intercept of the graph (where C is on the vertical axis) is

• A) 35.
• B) -5.
• C) 30.
• D) not known.

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