Math Problem Statement
Find the x-intercept of the line 9x–3y=24.
Solution
To find the x-intercept of the line, we set in the equation , since the x-intercept is where the line crosses the x-axis (where ).
Starting with the equation:
Substitute :
Now, solve for :
Thus, the x-intercept is .
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Here are 5 related questions for further practice:
- Find the y-intercept of the line .
- What is the slope of the line ?
- Write the equation of the line in slope-intercept form.
- Find the x-intercept of the line .
- Determine the intercepts of the line .
Tip: The x-intercept occurs when , and the y-intercept occurs when .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Linear Equations
Intercepts
Formulas
x-intercept: set y = 0 in the equation of a line
Theorems
Intercept theorem
Basic principles of solving linear equations
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10