Math Problem Statement
Solution
The new image shows a coordinate plane with another line, but this time, it appears to have a negative slope. Let's analyze this line to determine its equation.
Step-by-Step Analysis
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Identify the Points: The line passes through approximately the points and .
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Calculate the Slope (m) of the Line: The slope can be found using the formula: where and .
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Compute the Slope:
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Determine the Equation of the Line: Using the point-slope form of a linear equation: substitute and one of the points, say :
Simplify this equation:
Equation of the Line
Thus, the equation of the line is:
Conclusion
The line passes through the origin with a slope of , indicating that it is decreasing as increases.
Would you like more details or have any questions? Here are some related topics:
- How to find the x-intercept of a line.
- Difference between positive and negative slopes.
- How to derive the equation from different points on a line.
- Understanding perpendicular and parallel lines.
- Calculating the midpoint between two points on a line.
Tip: A negative slope means that as increases, decreases, which is why the line goes down from left to right.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Coordinate Geometry
Linear Equations
Formulas
Slope formula
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
High School