Which statement best explains whether the table represents a linear or nonlinear function?

input (x)
-2
-5
-8
-11

output (y)
7
4
1
-2

a. it is a linear function because there is a constant rate of change in both the input and output values.

b. it is a nonlinear function because there is a constant rate of change in both the input and output values.

c. it is a linear function because the input values are decreasing.

d. it is a nonlinear function because the input values are increasing.

Which equation can be used to solve for the unknown number? seven less than a number is thirteen. n-7=13 7-n=13 n+7=13 n+13=7

The rate of decay of a radioactive substance depends upon the amount present initially. the mass y (mg) of the radioactive substance cobalt-60 present in a sample at time t (years) is represented by the exponential equation y=50e −0.1315 t . answer the following questions in complete sentences. 1. how does the exponential equation above compare to the equation for simple interest that is compounded continuously? explain the similarities. 2. what is the initial amount of cobalt-60 in the sample? 2. how much cobalt-60 is left after 8.4 years? show your work. 3. what would be the y-intercept of the graph? what does it represent? 4. after how many years will the amount of cobalt-60 left be 6.25 mg? explain what happens to the cobalt-60 after 50 years? 5. discuss some “real-world” examples and uses of cobalt-60

Which of the following can be used to explain a statement in a geometric proof?