linear function
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of linear function
First recorded in 1855–60
Example Sentences
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Use the slope formula to find the slope of the linear function satisfying the condition below.
From Textbooks • Sep. 23, 2020
Derek notices the amount he receives in tips each night is a linear function of the number of tables he waits on.
From Textbooks • Sep. 23, 2020
The next function we will look at is not a linear function.
From Textbooks • May 6, 2020
The next function we will look at is also not a linear function so the graph will not be a line.
From Textbooks • May 6, 2020
Linearity: relation among dependent phenomena that can be described through a linear function.
From The Civilization of Illiteracy by Nadin, Mihai
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