Math Problem Statement

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Which equation describes this line?

Solution

To determine which equation describes the line, we need to figure out the slope and use the point-slope form of the equation of a line.

Steps to solve:

  1. Identify two points on the line:

    • The points given in the graph are: (3,2)(-3, 2) and (1,10)(1, 10).
  2. Calculate the slope mm: m=y2y1x2x1=1021(3)=84=2m = \frac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1} = \frac{10 - 2}{1 - (-3)} = \frac{8}{4} = 2 The slope is 22.

  3. Use point-slope form: The point-slope form of the equation is: yy1=m(xx1)y - y_1 = m(x - x_1) Using the point (1,10)(1, 10): y10=2(x1)y - 10 = 2(x - 1) This matches option D.

Therefore, the correct equation is D: y10=2(x1)y - 10 = 2(x - 1).

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

Here are 5 related questions you might find helpful:

  1. How do you derive the equation of a line from two points?
  2. What is the difference between slope-intercept form and point-slope form?
  3. How do you convert from point-slope form to slope-intercept form?
  4. How do you find the y-intercept of a line given two points?
  5. How can you find the slope of a line if given its equation in general form?

Tip: When working with line equations, always check if the form you're using matches the available information (points, slope, etc.) to avoid mistakes.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Coordinate Geometry
Slope
Equation of a Line

Formulas

Slope formula: m = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)
Point-slope form: y - y1 = m(x - x1)

Theorems

Point-Slope Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10