You Are Given Information About a Straight Line

question 29

Multiple Choice

You are given information about a straight line. Determine whether the line slopes upward, slopes downward, or ishorizontal.
-The y-intercept is 0 and the slope is -5.2.

• A)Is horizontal
• B)Slopes upward
• C)Slopes downward

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Common Shares

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Financial Statements

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Common Shares

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