Which scenario best matches the linear relationship expressed in the equation y = 13.50x + 300?

Bobby has $300 in the yearbook fund and spends $13.50 on each yearbook.
Bobby has $13.50 in the yearbook fund and spends $300 on each yearbook.
Bobby has $300 in the yearbook fund and earns $13.50 for each yearbook sold.
Bobby has $13.50 in the yearbook fund and earns $300 for each yearbook sold.

Question

Which scenario best matches the linear relationship expressed in the equation y = 13.50x + 300? 

 	
	Bobby has $300 in the yearbook fund and spends $13.50 on each yearbook.
	Bobby has $13.50 in the yearbook fund and spends $300 on each yearbook.
	Bobby has $300 in the yearbook fund and earns $13.50 for each yearbook sold.
	Bobby has $13.50 in the yearbook fund and earns $300 for each yearbook sold.

ccastudentgrade10 · Answer

the third one because it represents the equation. try plugging in a value and you'll see it makes sense.

mathmale · Answer

Compare the given equation to  the general equation for a straight line:

y = m x  +  b.

b is the y-intercept, and m is the slope.

Now try using this info to help you answer your posted question.

selcouth · Answer

Thanks