Which function is represented by the graph below? graph begins in the second quadrant near the x-axis and increases slowly while crossing the ordered pair negative 3, 1.

(5 points)

f(x) = 3x
f(x) = 3x − 3
f(x) = 3x + 3
f(x) = 3(x + 3)

Ametal rod needs to be 9 feet and 5.5 inches in length. the sections of the poles being used are each 1 foot and 10.5 inches long. how many 1ft 10.5in sections would be needed to complete the 9ft 5.5in metal rod? and how many inches of material will be left?