Concept explainers
To determine whether the below equation represents a linear or non-linear function:
Answer to Problem 22E
Linear function.
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Concept Used:
A linear function is written in the form
Calculation:
In order to identify whether the equation
represents a linear or non-linear function. Check whether the given equation can be written in the form of a standard linear function
First simplify the equation so that variable y is on one side of the equation and x is on other side of equation, as
Now,
Thus, the given equation can be rewritten in the form
Thus, given equation is a linear function.
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