Math Problem Statement
Identify the slope and y-intercept of the line below
Solution
To determine the slope and -intercept of the line from the image:
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Find two points on the line:
The line clearly passes through the points and . -
Calculate the slope () using the slope formula: Substituting and : The slope is .
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Identify the -intercept ():
The -intercept is the point where the line crosses the -axis. From the graph, the line crosses the -axis at , so .
Final Answer:
- Slope ():
- -intercept ():
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- What does the slope represent in real-world situations?
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- How would you calculate the slope if one of the coordinates was negative?
Tip:
The slope-intercept form of a line is . Use this to quickly write equations of lines once you know the slope and intercept!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Linear Equations
Slope and Intercept
Formulas
Slope formula: m = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)
Slope-intercept form: y = mx + b
Theorems
Properties of Linear Functions
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9