Question

Which statement best explains whether the table represents a linear or nonlinear function?

Input
(x) Output
(y)
−2 7
−5 4
−8 1
−11 −2
It is a linear function because there is a constant rate of change in both the input and output values.
It is a nonlinear function because there is a constant rate of change in both the input and output values.
It is a linear function because the input values are decreasing.
It is a nonlinear function because the input values are increasing.

Answer 1

I would say that it's the 3rd option

Answer 2

Because of the fact that the input is indeed decreasing

Answer 3

Politely disagree with the previous response. For a function to be linear, both the independent and dependent variables must be changing at a constant rate, which makes the first option more accurate. A function can be decreasing without being linear.