Which of the graphs shown below illustrates a linear relationship between the variables x and y?
A) (a)
B) (b)
C) Both (a) and (b) show linear relationships.
D) Neither (a) nor (b) show linear relationships.

Question

Which of the graphs shown below illustrates a linear relationship between the variables x and y? 
A) (a) 
B) (b) 
C) Both (a) and (b) show linear relationships. 
D) Neither (a) nor (b) show linear relationships.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Graph (a) shows a straight line, indicating a linear relationship between the variables x and y. Graph (b) shows a curved line, indicating a nonlinear relationship.

Which of the Graphs Shown Below Illustrates a Linear Relationship