What Type of Variation Is Suggested by the Graph

question 331

Multiple Choice

What type of variation is suggested by the graph?

• A) y varies directly as the square of x
• B) y varies directly as x
• C) y varies inversely as x
• D) y varies inversely as the square of x

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Definitions:

Epitrochlearis

A muscle in some mammals that assists in the movement of the forearm, not typically found or well-defined in humans.

Palmaris Longus

A muscle in the forearm that aids in flexing the wrist and tenses the palmar fascia.

Depress

To lower in amount, degree, or intensity; often used in terms of lowering mood or suppressing an activity.

Sternomastoid

A major muscle in the neck that extends from the sternum and clavicle to the mastoid process of the temporal bone, involved in head rotation and flexion.