(AB) linear and nonlinear functions

1

100

What is represented by the slope of a line?

Rate of Change

200

In the equation y=4x+8, what is the initial value?

8

300

How do you graph rate of change or slope on a graph?

positive= up and right; negative=down and left

400

What are the only formulas to represent linear functions?

y=mx+b or y=mx

500

What is one key part of an equation to show a nonlinear function?

an exponent

2

100

What is the value given that stands for where an equation or graph begins?

Initial Value

200

Is the equation y=x³ linear or nonlinear?

nonlinear

300

What kind of line is formed by a linear function?

straight line

400

In the equation y=2x+12, what is the rate of change?

2

500

True or false: The initial value can NEVER be zero.

False