The slope of a nonlinear curve is ________ when the curve is rising, and ________ when the curve is falling.
A) negative, positive
B) negative, negative
C) positive, negative
D) positive, positive

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The slope of a nonlinear curve is positive when the curve is rising because the curve is moving upwards, and the slope is increasing. On the other hand, the slope becomes negative when the curve is falling because the curve is moving downwards, and the slope is decreasing. Therefore, option C is the most appropriate choice.

The Slope of a Nonlinear Curve Is ________ When the Curve