Question

The table shows x and y in a linear relationship. how can you tell that x and y are not directly proportional?

A) x is 0 when y is not 0. Eliminate
B) x is getting farther away from y. Eliminate
C) x and y are moving in different directions. Eliminate
D) x and y are increasing by different amounts. Eliminate

Answer 1

Its A

the origins 0,0 will tell you if the problem is proportional or not.. If it doesnt have the 0,0 for the orgin than its not proportional.

Answer 2

A) x is 0 when y is not 0.

Explanation:

A linear relation that includes the point (0, 0) is also a proportional relation. If it does not include (0, 0), then it is not a proportional relation.