linear function
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of linear function
First recorded in 1855–60
Example Sentences
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The natural logarithm of the reaction rate constant is a linear function of the inverse of the temperature in Kelvin degrees.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022
Use the slope formula to find the slope of the linear function satisfying the condition below.
From Textbooks ● Sep. 23, 2020
Objective: Graph and interpret applications of slope–intercept form of a linear function.
From Textbooks ● Sep. 23, 2020
The next function we will look at is not a linear function.
From Textbooks ● May 6, 2020
The linear function, replicated in the use of the lever, was generalized in machines made of many levers.
From The Civilization of Illiteracy by Nadin, Mihai
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