Simplify the difference quotient for the linear function $f(x)$, and use it to identify the rate of change of the function.
-$f(x)=-18 x-37$
A) -37
B) -18
C) 37
D) 18

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The difference quotient for a linear function $f(x) = mx + b$ is $m$, which represents the slope or rate of change of the function. For $f(x) = -18x - 37$, the rate of change is $-18$.

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