Question

Is y= x^2-1 a linear equation?

Answer 1

Answer:

no

Step-by-step explanation:

it involves a square, which when graphed, generates a curve

Answer 2

Answer:

NO

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1:  Determine if linear

No, since the x term is squared, that produces the bend that makes a parabola.  If the x term is not squared is just by itself, that is a linear equation.

Answer: NO

Graph Below