The graph shows the total number of puzzle pieces packed in 3 jigsaws puzzle boxes of the same kind

Question

Number of boxes: 3

 

Total number of pieces: 75

 

Mikes says that 225 puzzle pieces will be packed in 9 boxes. Which statement supports Mike's claim?

 

A. (9,225) lies on the straight line passing through (0,0) and (3,75)

 

B.(9,225) is not at the same distance from the y axis as (3,75)

 

C. (9,225) is at the same distance from the x axis and from the y axis

 

D. (9,225) does not lie on the horizontal line passing through (0,75) and (3,75)

Answer 1

The answer is A, which is saying that 25 pieces will fit in each box.  

 

C is not a true statement

 

B and D are true, but they are not relevant to how many pieces will fit in each box