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Which of the following is best modeled using a linear equation y=ax+b, where a is less than 0?

Which statement best explains whether the table represents a linear or nonlinear function? input (x) output (y) 2 5 4 10 6 15 8 20 it is a linear function because the input values are increasing. it is a nonlinear function because the output values are increasing. it is a linear function because there is a constant rate of change in both the input and output. it is a nonlinear function because there is a constant rate of change in both the input and output.

Usan threw a softball 42 yards on her first try and 5112 yards on her second try. how much farther did she throw the softball on her second try than her first? express your answer in feet and inches. 9 ft 12 in. 28 ft 12 in. 28 ft 6 in.