Where did the idea that government should be for the common good come?

When graphing a linear equation that is written in the form y=mx+b, the variable m represents the y-intercept. assuming that b> 0, which of the following best describes how reversing the sign of b would affect the graph? a) the new line will be shifted down b units b) the new line will be shifted down b x 2 units c) the new line will be a perfect reflection across the x-axis d) the new line will be a perfect reflection across the y-axis

Two technicians are discussing how to test a car's exhaust by holding a small piece of paper within an inch of the tailpipe mouth. technician a says that if the paper is vibrating due to a "puffing" output from the tailpipe, this signals a smoothly running engine. technician b says that if the paper is being drawn toward the tailpipe, this could indicate burned exhaust valves. who is correct? a. technician b b. both technicians a and b c. technician a d. neither technicians a or b

Jessica wants to get a credit card, but the bank is refusing to give her one. what could be the possible reason behind the bank's refusal to comply with jessica's request? a. she does not have an account with the bank b. she has a bad credit history c. she has a good credit history d. she is 18 years old e. she doesn't have a job