Math Problem Statement
Equation: − 9 x − 10 y
− 3
A) Write the equation in the form: y
m x + b
y
x +
Enter the values of m and b in the appropriate boxes as integers or reduced fractions.
B) Use your equation from part A to find the ordered pair that lies on the line when x
− 10 .
( − 10 , ) Enter your answer as an integer or a reduced fraction.
Solution
Let's first solve part A by rewriting the equation in the slope-intercept form .
Part A:
Starting with the given equation:
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Isolate on one side:
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Divide both sides by to solve for :
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Simplify the equation:
Thus, the equation in slope-intercept form is:
In this form, (the slope) and (the y-intercept).
Part B:
Now, use the equation from part A to find the -coordinate when .
Substitute into the equation:
Simplify:
So, the ordered pair is:
If you prefer the fraction form, , so the ordered pair is .
Summary:
A) The equation is: with and .
B) The ordered pair when is:
Do you have any questions or would you like further details?
Here are 5 related questions to expand on this concept:
- How do you find the slope of a line given two points?
- What does the slope represent in a real-world context?
- How do you graph a line using the slope and y-intercept?
- How can you rewrite an equation in standard form given the slope-intercept form?
- What are the conditions for two lines to be parallel or perpendicular?
Tip: When converting an equation to slope-intercept form, focus on isolating on one side.
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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 Linear Equations
Slope of a Line
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-10