Set 1: Linear Functions (Intermediate)

**Choice A is the best answer.** In y = mx + b, m = 3 is the slope

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

What is the slope of the line y = 3x + 5?

✓ Correct

-3

-5

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is the best answer. In y = mx + b, m = 3 is the slope

Why others are wrong:

B: -3 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

C: -5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

D: 5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.