what is the rate of change (speed) in section A?

To find the "slope", we have to get two points on the graph and find the slope.
The two points on the graph where line A intersects would be at (0,0)
and (4,30).
The slope formula is change in y/ change in x, so....
4 - 0 / 30 - 0 = 4 / 30 = 7.5
7.5 MILES PER HOUR