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The equation below specifies a function with independent variable x. Determine whether the function is​ linear, constant, or neither. x =8y+9

Select the correct choice below​ and, if​ necessary, fill in the answer box to complete your choice.
A.
The equation specifies a linear​ function, because it can be rewritten in the form y equals mx plus by=mx+b​, where mnot equals≠​0, with mequals=enter your response here and bequals=enter your response here.
​(Simplify your​ answers.)
B.
The equation specifies a constant​ function, because it can be rewritten in the form y equals by=b with bequals=enter your response here.
​(Simplify your​ answer.)
C.
The equation specifies neither a linear nor a constant function.



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Answer:

A) The equation specifies a linear function, because it can be rewritten in the form y = mx +b, y = mx+b, where m ≠ 0, with m = 1/8 and b = -9

Step-by-step explanation:

The function is linear,

x = 8y + 9

8y = x - 9

Divide both sides by 8

y = x/8 - 9

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