Algebra-1

To determine which equation matches the graph:

 

The line is gradually increasing: This means the slope of the equation must be positive.

The y-intercept is below 0: This means the value where the line crosses the y-axis is negative.

The x-intercept is above 0: This indicates that the line crosses the x-axis at a positive value.

 

Combining these characteristics, the equation should have:

A positive slope (indicating the line is increasing).

A negative y-intercept (indicating the line crosses the y-axis below zero).

 

The only equation that fits these criteria is: a.

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