Math Problem Statement
Express 4x + 2y = 6 in slope intercept format.
Solution
The given equation is:
To express this equation in slope-intercept form (), follow these steps:
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Isolate :
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Divide by 2 to solve for :
Thus, the correct answer is .
The selected answer () is incorrect. The correct choice should be the second option: .
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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