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Set 8: Linear Functions

Explanation

Answer: A

Convert xy=0x - y = 0 to slope-intercept form.

A.

y=xy = x

✓ Correct
B.

y=xy = -x

C.

y=x1y = x - 1

D.

y=x+1y = -x + 1

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is correct. Choice A is the correct answer. Isolate yy. 1. Add y: x=yx = y. 2. Rewrite: y=xy = x. Strategic Tip: This is the parent linear function. Choice B is incorrect because sign error. Choice C is incorrect because extra term. Choice D is incorrect because sign error and extra term.

Key Steps:

The correct answer is y=xy = x

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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