Set 16: Linear Functions (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: A

Which line is steeper: Line A with slope 3 or Line B with slope -4?

Line B

✓ Correct

Line A

They have the same steepness

Cannot be determined

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is correct. Choice A is the correct answer. Compare absolute values. 1. Line A: $|3| = 3$ . 2. Line B: $|-4| = 4$ . 3. Compare: $4> 3$ , so Line B is steeper. Strategic Tip: Steepness is about magnitude, not direction (sign). Choice B is incorrect. Choice C is incorrect. Choice D is incorrect.

Key Steps:

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The correct answer is Line B

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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