Provide an Appropriate Response $x = 0$ B) $y = 0$ C) $y = m x$

question 377

Multiple Choice

Provide an appropriate response.
-Write the general equation of any line that passes through the origin.

• A) \(x = 0\)
• B) \(y = 0\)
• C) \(y = m x\)
• D) \(y = m x + b\)

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Definitions:

Metalingual Function

One of Jakobson’s semiotic functions. Establishes the agreed-upon meaning for words—for example, by establishing that Rose refers to the name of a girl, not a flower.

Agreed Meaning

Shared understanding among individuals or groups about the interpretation of a term or concept.

Ratio Analysis

In Burke’s dramatistic analysis, this means examining the relative significance of each pentad unit (act, scene, agent, agency, purpose) in any situation.

Pentad Unit

A group or collection of five units, often used in the study of linguistics or qualitative research as a structural component.