function contains the ordered pairs (0, 3), (6, 1), and (9, 0). Which statement explains whether or not the function is linear?

A.The function is linear because it has both x- and y-intercepts.

B.The function is linear because it has a constant rate of change.

C.The function is not linear because the difference in the x-coordinates is not constant.

D.The function is not linear because the y-coordinate is not a constant multiple of the x-coordinate.