WAEC Mathematics 2026 Question 35

Question 35

Coordinate Geometry

Find the gradient of the graph of y = ⅓(29x + 10) + 5x in the x-y plane

  1. A.39/3
  2. B.44/3
  3. C.29/3
  4. D.29/4
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (44/3)

Explanation

y = (29/3)x + 5x + 10/3 = (44/3)x + 10/3, so the gradient is 44/3.