Math Problem Statement

write the equation of each line in slope intercept form

write the equation of each line in slope intercept form

Solution

To write the equation of the line in slope-intercept form (which is y=mx+by = mx + b, where mm is the slope and bb is the y-intercept), we need to:

  1. Identify two points on the line to calculate the slope (mm).
  2. Determine the y-intercept bb, which is where the line crosses the y-axis.

From the image:

  • The line appears to pass through two points: (0,0)(0, 0) and (2,4)(2, 4).

Step 1: Calculate the slope mm

The formula for the slope is: m=y2y1x2x1m = \frac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1}

Using the points (0,0)(0, 0) and (2,4)(2, 4): m=4020=42=2m = \frac{4 - 0}{2 - 0} = \frac{4}{2} = 2 So, the slope m=2m = 2.

Step 2: Identify the y-intercept bb

Since the line passes through the origin (0,0)(0, 0), the y-intercept b=0b = 0.

Final equation of the line:

y=2xy = 2x

This is the equation of the line in slope-intercept form.

Would you like more details or have any further questions?

Relative questions:

  1. What is the general process to calculate the slope of a line?
  2. How do you find the y-intercept if the line doesn't pass through the origin?
  3. How can you derive the equation of a line if given two points?
  4. How does the slope affect the angle of the line?
  5. What is the equation for a vertical line, and why is its slope undefined?

Tip: Always check the coordinates of points used to calculate the slope accurately, as this step is crucial for finding the correct equation.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations
Slope-Intercept Form

Formulas

Slope formula: m = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)
Slope-Intercept Form: y = mx + b

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10