This Figure Provides an Illustrated Example of a Linear Relationship

This figure provides an illustrated example of a linear relationship. What does it mean?

A) As the independent variable becomes larger, the dependent variable becomes larger.
B) There is an indirect link between "High" and the independent variable.
C) As the dependent variable becomes smaller, the independent variable becomes smaller.
D) The independent variable causes the dependent variable.
E) The strength of the relationship is large because the portions of the concepts are explained.
F) When the independent variable is absent, the dependent variable is also absent.