Use the graph to answer the question. The line graph shows tuition amounts for a university for the years 1996 through 1999. Which of the
following is a valid claim based on the graph?

A Tuition rates have increased faster than inflation.
O
B. The tuition has increased steadily over this time span.
O
C. Tuition increased twice as much from 1997 to 1998 as it did from 1996 to 1997.
D. The rate of tuition inflation will decrease in the next 5 years.