Question

a class is taking a trip to the aquarium. the teacher has received only 2 permission slips for every 5 students in the class. use the graph. which line represents the problem situation? a ( y_1 ) b ( y_2 )

Explanation:

Step1: Define the relationship

Let $x$ = number of students, $y$ = permission slips. The relationship is $y = \frac{2}{5}x$.

Step2: Test a value for $x$

For $x=5$, calculate $y$:
$y = \frac{2}{5} \times 5 = 2$

Step3: Match to the graph

Find the line that passes through $(5, 2)$. This corresponds to $y_1$.

Answer:

A. $y_1$