Math Problem Statement
Convert the equation 5x + 2y = 10 into slope-intercept form.
Solution
To convert the equation into slope-intercept form, which is , we need to solve for .
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Start with the given equation:
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Subtract from both sides to isolate on the left:
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Divide each term by 2 to solve for :
Thus, the slope-intercept form of the equation is:
Answer:
The correct option is:
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Here are some related questions for further practice:
- How would you convert the equation into slope-intercept form?
- What is the slope of the line given by the equation ?
- How do you determine the y-intercept of a line from its equation in slope-intercept form?
- How would you rewrite in slope-intercept form?
- If a line has a slope of and passes through , what is its equation?
Tip:
In slope-intercept form , represents the slope, and represents the y-intercept.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Linear Equations
Slope-Intercept Form
Formulas
Slope-intercept form y = mx + b
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9