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Set 4: Linear Functions (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

What is the y-intercept of y = -5x?

What is the y-intercept of y = -5x?

A.

1

B.

-5

C.

0

✓ Correct
D.

5

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. In y = -5x + 0, b = 0

Why others are wrong:
A: 1 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: -5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.