When dealing with word problems and linear equations, what does the y-intercept represent and how is the slope defined?
a.
y-intercept represents the final value, slope is increasing
c.
y-intercept represents the starting value, slope is the rate of change
b.
y-intercept represents the final value, slope is decreasing
d.
y-intercept represents the starting value, slope is decreasing


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D