Math Problem Statement

Write the equation of a line with a gradient of 3 that passes through the y axis at y=-4

Solution

To write the equation of a line with a given gradient (slope) and y-intercept, you can use the slope-intercept form of a line, which is:

y=mx+cy = mx + c

Where:

  • mm is the gradient (slope) of the line.
  • cc is the y-intercept (the point where the line crosses the y-axis).

Given:

  • Gradient (mm) = 3
  • Y-intercept (cc) = -4

Substituting these values into the slope-intercept form:

y=3x4y = 3x - 4

So, the equation of the line is:

y=3x4y = 3x - 4

Would you like more details on this, or do you have any questions?

Here are five related questions you might find interesting:

  1. How do you find the equation of a line passing through two given points?
  2. What is the equation of a line perpendicular to y=3x4y = 3x - 4?
  3. How do you determine if two lines are parallel?
  4. How do you convert the slope-intercept form of a line to the point-slope form?
  5. How do you find the x-intercept of the line y=3x4y = 3x - 4?

Tip: When writing the equation of a line, always start by identifying the slope and y-intercept, as these are the key components.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Slope-Intercept Form

Formulas

y = mx + c

Theorems

Slope-Intercept Form

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8