Math Problem Statement

Find an equation of the line graphed.

Solution

The problem asks to find the equation of the line that is graphed on the coordinate plane. To determine this equation, we'll use the slope-intercept form of a line, which is:

y=mx+by = mx + b

Where:

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

Step 1: Find the Slope (mm)

From the graph, we can identify two points on the line:

  • Point 1: (2,0)(-2, 0)
  • Point 2: (2,3)(2, 3)

To calculate the slope, use the slope formula:

m=y2y1x2x1m = \frac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1}

Substitute the coordinates:

m=302(2)=34m = \frac{3 - 0}{2 - (-2)} = \frac{3}{4}

So, the slope mm is 34\frac{3}{4}.

Step 2: Find the y-intercept (bb)

We already know one point on the y-axis: (2,0)(-2, 0), but it's better to use the slope and a specific point to find bb. Let's use the point (2,3)(2, 3) and the equation y=mx+by = mx + b.

Substitute x=2x = 2, y=3y = 3, and m=34m = \frac{3}{4}:

3=34(2)+b3 = \frac{3}{4}(2) + b

Simplify:

3=64+b3 = \frac{6}{4} + b

3=1.5+b3 = 1.5 + b

Now, solve for bb:

b=31.5=1.5b = 3 - 1.5 = 1.5

Step 3: Write the Equation of the Line

Now that we know the slope m=34m = \frac{3}{4} and the y-intercept b=1.5b = 1.5, the equation of the line is:

y=34x+1.5y = \frac{3}{4}x + 1.5

Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to further your understanding:

  1. How do you calculate the slope if you're given two points on a line?
  2. What does the slope of a line represent in real-world situations?
  3. How can you find the equation of a line if you only know the slope and one point?
  4. What is the significance of the y-intercept in the equation of a line?
  5. How would you graph a line if you are only given its equation in slope-intercept form?

Tip: Always double-check the points you choose on a graph, as small inaccuracies can affect your calculation of the slope.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations
Coordinate Geometry
Slope-Intercept Form

Formulas

y = mx + b
m = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)

Theorems

Slope-Intercept Form Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10