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Answer: CSet 4: Linear Functions (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
What is the y-intercept of y = -5x?
What is the y-intercept of y = -5x?
A.
1
B.
-5
C.✓ Correct
0
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.