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Answer: ASet 3: Linear Functions (Advanced)
Explanation
Identify the y-intercept of the line .
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✓ Correct
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D.
Detailed Explanation
Choice A is correct. Choice A is the correct answer. Set to find the y-intercept. 1. Method: The y-intercept occurs where . 2. Substitute: . 3. Solve: . Strategic Tip: You can also convert to slope-intercept form (), but setting is faster. Choice B is incorrect because it's the coefficient of y. Choice C is incorrect because it's the wrong sign. Choice D is incorrect because it's the constant term before dividing.
Key Steps:
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The correct answer is
Why others are wrong:
B: Choice B is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
C: Choice C is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
D: Choice D is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
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