Which statement best explains whether the table represents a linear or nonlinear function?


Input (x)

-2

-5

-8

-11


Output (y)

7

4

1

-2

AIt is a linear function because there is a constant rate of change in both the input and output values.

BIt is a nonlinear function because there is a constant rate of change in both the input and output values.

CIt is a linear function because the input values are decreasing.

DIt is a nonlinear function because the input values are increasing.