Tim and his older brother never got along. One day his brother calls him “zit face.” Instead of laughing it off or trading insults, Tim punches his brother and knocks out a tooth.

Which of these is not a function of shock absorbers?

If point e(5, h) is on the line that contains a(0, 1) and b(−2, −1), what is the value of h? a)-1 b)0 c) 1 d) 6 !

Based on the narrator's comments about living with the widow douglas, the reader can infer that a) the narrator doesn't care much for civilization and its strict rules. b) the narrator admires and wants to become more civilized and refined. c) the narrator is extremely religious and of high moral standing. d) the narrator desires to become a productive member of society.