Exhibit 2A-7
-Exhibit 2A-7 shows the relationship between X and Y. The slope of the relationship is
A)positive, and the slope increases with Y.
B)positive, and the slope decreases with Y.
C)equal to -1.
D)negative, and the slope increases with Y.
E)negative, and the slope decreases with Y.

Question

Exhibit 2A-7 
-Exhibit 2A-7 shows the relationship between X and Y. The slope of the relationship is
A)positive, and the slope increases with Y. 
B)positive, and the slope decreases with Y. 
C)equal to -1. 
D)negative, and the slope increases with Y. 
E)negative, and the slope decreases with Y.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

As Y increases, the slope of the curve decreases. This is evidenced by the curve becoming flatter as it moves from the left side of the graph to the right side. Therefore, the best choice is B: positive slope that decreases with Y.

Exhibit 2A-7 -Exhibit 2A-7 Shows the Relationship Between X and Y. the and Y