(Figure: Graph Interpretation) in the Graph, _____ Is the Dependent

question 158

Multiple Choice

(Figure: Graph Interpretation) In the graph, _____ is the dependent variable and the slope of the line is _____.

• A) R; negative
• B) R; positive
• C) S; negative
• D) S; positive

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Definitions:

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