You are given information about a straight line. Determine whether the line slopes upward, slopes downward, or ishorizontal.
-The equation of the line is $y = 14 + 6 x$.
A)Is horizontal
B) Slopes downward
C) Slopes upward

Question

You are given information about a straight line. Determine whether the line slopes upward, slopes downward, or ishorizontal.
-The equation of the line is $y = 14 + 6 x$.  
A)Is horizontal
B) Slopes downward
C) Slopes upward

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The slope of the line is given by the coefficient of $x$, which is $6$. Since the slope is positive, the line slopes upward.

You Are Given Information About a Straight Line y=14+6xy = 14 + 6 xy=14+6x

You Are Given Information About a Straight Line $y = 14 + 6 x$