Math Problem Statement

Assuming a linear relationship, find the missing value in the table below.

Solution

To solve this, we assume a linear relationship between xx and yy. Here's the process:

  1. Identify the pattern:

    • For x=1,y=1x = 1, y = 1.
    • For x=2,y=5x = 2, y = 5.
    • For x=3,y=9x = 3, y = 9.
    • For x=4,y=13x = 4, y = 13.

    Notice the yy-values increase by 4 as xx increases by 1.

  2. Write the linear equation: The general equation of a line is y=mx+cy = mx + c, where mm is the slope and cc is the y-intercept.

    • Slope m=ΔyΔx=5121=4m = \frac{\Delta y}{\Delta x} = \frac{5 - 1}{2 - 1} = 4.
    • Substitute a known point, (1,1)(1, 1), into y=4x+cy = 4x + c: 1=4(1)+c    c=3.1 = 4(1) + c \implies c = -3.

    Thus, the equation is y=4x3y = 4x - 3.

  3. Find the missing value: For x=5x = 5: y=4(5)3=203=17.y = 4(5) - 3 = 20 - 3 = 17.

Answer: The missing value in the table is y=17y = 17 when x=5x = 5.


Would you like a detailed explanation of any step? Here are five related questions:

  1. How can we verify that y=4x3y = 4x - 3 fits all points in the table?
  2. How is the slope calculated in linear relationships?
  3. What happens if the relationship is not linear?
  4. How would this method change for a non-linear relationship?
  5. How can we graph this equation to confirm the result?

Tip: Always double-check calculations for slope and intercept to ensure the equation matches all given points.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations
Slope and Intercept

Formulas

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

Theorems

Linear equation theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8