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Set 4: Linear Functions

Explanation

Answer: A

Which equation represents the y-axis?

A.

x=0x = 0

✓ Correct
B.

y=0y = 0

C.

y=xy = x

D.

y=1y = 1

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is correct. Choice A is the correct answer. Definition of axes. 1. Y-axis: All points on this vertical line have an x-coordinate of 0. 2. Equation: x=0x = 0. Strategic Tip: The Y-axis is x=0x=0. The X-axis is y=0y=0. Choice B is incorrect because it is the x-axis. Choice C is incorrect because it is diagonal. Choice D is incorrect because it is a horizontal line.

Key Steps:

The correct answer is x=0x = 0

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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