Question

which graph best represents the relationship between the number of pounds and the total cost of apples at the farm stand

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the relationship

The total cost of apples should increase as the weight (in pounds) increases, so we need a graph with a positive slope (a line that goes up from left to right).

Step2: Check each graph

• Graph A: The line has a negative slope (goes down from left to right), which would imply cost decreases with weight, so it's incorrect.
• Graph B: The line has a positive slope, showing that as weight (x - axis) increases, total cost (y - axis) increases, which is correct for the cost - weight relationship of apples.
• Graph C: The line has a negative slope, so it's incorrect.
• Graph D: The line has a negative slope, so it's incorrect.

Answer:

The graph labeled B (or the bottom - right graph)