Question

A linear graph with a negative slope would indicate which of the following?

A. As the independent variable increases, so does the dependent variable.
B. As the independent variable increases, the value of the dependent variable remains the same.
C. There is no relationship between the independent and dependent variables.
D. As the independent variable decreases, the dependent variable increases.

Answer 1

The correct answer among the choices presented above is option D. A linear graph with a negative slope would indicate that as the independent variable decreases, the dependent variable increases. The line with a negative slope is sloping down to the right.