The following table shows the values of y for different values of x: x y
0 −8
1 0
2 8
Which statement best explains whether the table represents a linear function or a nonlinear function? (1 point)

It represents a linear function because its points are not on a straight line.
It represents a nonlinear function because its points are on a straight line.
It represents a linear function because its points are on a straight line.
It represents a nonlinear function because its points not on a straight line.