Math Problem Statement

Write an equation in point-slope form of the line that passes through the point (5, 4) with slope 3.

Solution

To write the equation of a line in point-slope form, you can use the formula:

yy1=m(xx1)y - y_1 = m(x - x_1)

where (x1,y1)(x_1, y_1) is a point on the line and mm is the slope.

Given:

  • Point: (5,4)(5, 4)
  • Slope: m=3m = 3

Substituting these values into the formula:

y4=3(x5)y - 4 = 3(x - 5)

So, the equation of the line in point-slope form is:

y4=3(x5)\boxed{y - 4 = 3(x - 5)}

Would you like a detailed explanation or have any other questions? Here are some related questions you might find helpful:

  1. How do you convert a point-slope form equation to slope-intercept form?
  2. What is the general process for finding the slope of a line given two points?
  3. How can you graph a line using the point-slope form?
  4. What are other forms of linear equations besides point-slope form?
  5. How do you determine if a point lies on a given line?

Tip: The point-slope form is very useful when you know a point on the line and the slope, making it quick to write an equation without converting to other forms immediately!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations

Formulas

Point-slope form: y - y1 = m(x - x1)

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10