What is a linear function?
Linear and Nonlinear Functions

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A linear function is a function that can be graphically represented as a straight line. It has the form y = mx + b, where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.
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What is a nonlinear function?
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A nonlinear function is a function that does not form a straight line when graphed. Its rate of change is not constant, and it can take various forms such as quadratic, cubic, or exponential.
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What is the general form of a linear equation?
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The general form of a linear equation is Ax + By = C, where A, B, and C are constants.
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What is the slope of a line?
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The slope of a line is a measure of its steepness, calculated as the rise over run (change in y over change in x).
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What does the y-intercept represent in a linear function?
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The y-intercept is the point where the line crosses the y-axis, representing the value of y when x is 0.
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How can you identify a linear function from a table of values?
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A linear function will have a constant rate of change between the x-values and y-values in the table.
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What is the difference between a linear graph and a nonlinear graph?
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A linear graph is a straight line, indicating a constant rate of change, while a nonlinear graph can be curved or have varying slopes.
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