Math Problem Statement
Find the intercepts of the equation -x+y=4
Solution
Let's find the intercepts of the equation .
1. Finding the x-intercept:
To find the x-intercept, set in the equation and solve for :
So, the x-intercept is .
2. Finding the y-intercept:
To find the y-intercept, set in the equation and solve for :
So, the y-intercept is .
Final Answer:
- The x-intercept is .
- The y-intercept is .
Would you like more details on how these intercepts were calculated or have any other questions?
Here are 5 related questions:
- How would the intercepts change if the equation was ?
- What is the slope of the line given by the equation ?
- How do you graph a line using its intercepts?
- What happens to the intercepts if the equation is multiplied by a constant?
- How do you interpret intercepts in a real-world context?
Tip: Always check your work by plugging the intercepts back into the original equation to verify that they satisfy it.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Linear Equations
Intercepts
Formulas
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Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9