Examine the linear relationships. Linear equation A: y=45x
y
=
4
5
x

Linear equation B is represented by this graph.

A line that passes through points (0, 2) and (5, 4).

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Which statement is entirely correct?

Equation A has a steeper slope, because 52
5
2
is greater than 45.
4
5
.
Equation A has a steeper slope, because 5 halves is greater than

Equation B has a steeper slope, because 45
4
5
is greater than 25.
2
5
.
Equation B has a steeper slope, because 4 fifths is greater than

Equation B has a steeper slope, because 52
5
2
is greater than 45.
4
5
.
Equation B has a steeper slope, because 5 halves is greater than

Equation A has a steeper slope, because 45
4
5
is greater than 25.