Math Problem Statement

Express 4x + 2y = 6 in slope intercept format.

Solution

The given equation is:

4x+2y=64x + 2y = 6

To express this equation in slope-intercept form (y=mx+by = mx + b), follow these steps:

  1. Isolate yy: 2y=4x+62y = -4x + 6

  2. Divide by 2 to solve for yy: y=2x+3y = -2x + 3

Thus, the correct answer is y=2x+3y = -2x + 3.

The selected answer (y=2x+3y = 2x + 3) is incorrect. The correct choice should be the second option: y=2x+3y = -2x + 3.

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Here are some related questions:

  1. How do you convert an equation from standard form to slope-intercept form?
  2. What is the significance of the slope (mm) in the equation y=mx+by = mx + b?
  3. How do you determine the y-intercept from an equation in slope-intercept form?
  4. Can you graph the equation y=2x+3y = -2x + 3?
  5. How do you find the x-intercept of the equation 4x+2y=64x + 2y = 6?

Tip: Always check the signs carefully when rearranging equations to avoid mistakes.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Slope-Intercept Form

Formulas

Slope-intercept form: y = mx + b

Theorems

Properties of equality for isolating variables

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9