The Graph of a Linear Function F Is Shown $y = \frac { x } { - 6 }$

question 356

Multiple Choice

The graph of a linear function f is shown. Write the equation that defines f. Write the equation in slope-intercept form.
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• A) \(y = \frac { x } { - 6 }\)
• B) \(y = - 6 x\)
• C) \(y = 6 x\)
• D) \(y = \frac { x } { 6 }\)

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