Question

which best describes this equation? y= 3.75x + 2

Explanation:

Step1: Recall proportional definition

A proportional relationship has the form \( y = kx \) (passes through origin, \( b = 0 \)).

Step2: Analyze given equation

The equation \( y = 3.75x + 2 \) has a \( y \)-intercept (\( b = 2
eq 0 \)), so it's not proportional. It's a linear equation in slope - intercept form (\( y=mx + b \)) with \( m = 3.75 \), \( b = 2 \), hence non - proportional.

Answer:

Non - proportional (the option with text "Non - proportional")