What is the purpose of the vertical line test for functions?

Answer:
The purpose of the vertical line test is to determine if the function is in fact a function. (Option C)
Explanation:
Once a vertical line is drawn to every part of the function and it only hit one point on the graph, then it is a function. For example,
If the vertical line hits two points or more on the graph, then the graph is not a function. For example, a circle is not a function.