The Number of Hours Spent Practising and the Ability to Successfully

question 23

Multiple Choice

The number of hours spent practising and the ability to successfully execute a specific skill (e.g. arm stand, high board dive) are related by a straight-line model: the more you practise, the better the performance of the dive. Which of the following equations best represents a 'straight line' model?

• A) y = mx + c
• B) y = mc + x
• C) y = cm - x.
• D) y = cx + m