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Linear functions SAT question

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The function is defined by . What is the y-intercept of the graph of in the xy-plane?

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Choice B is correct. The y-intercept of the graph of a function in the xy-plane is the point on the graph where . It′s given that . Substituting for in this equation yields , or . Since it′s given that , it follows that when . Therefore, the y-intercept of the graph of  in the xy-plane is .

Choice A is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.

Choice C is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.

Choice D is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.

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