The graph below shows the percentage of students enrolled in the College of Engineering at State University. Use the graph to answer the question.

-Does the graph represent a function?
A) no
B) yes

Question

The graph below shows the percentage of students enrolled in the College of Engineering at State University. Use the graph to answer the question.

-Does the graph represent a function?
A) no 
B) yes

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A graph represents a function if for every x-value there is exactly one y-value associated with it. If you can draw a vertical line anywhere on the graph and it only touches the graph at one point (or not at all), then it passes the Vertical Line Test, indicating it is a function.

The Graph Below Shows the Percentage of Students Enrolled in the College