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Linear functions SAT question

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The function is defined by , and , where is a constant. What is the value of ?

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Choice C is correct. It's given that  and , where is a constant. Therefore, for the given function , when . Substituting for and for  in the given function yields . Multiplying both sides of this equation by yields . Subtracting from both sides of this equation yields . Therefore, the value of is .

Choice A is incorrect. This is the value of if .

Choice B is incorrect. This is the value of if .

Choice D is incorrect. This is the value of if .

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