Math Problem Statement

Determine the y-intercept from the equation below.

3 y space minus space 10 x space equals space 1

Solution

To find the yy-intercept of the equation 3y10x=13y - 10x = 1, we set x=0x = 0 because the yy-intercept occurs where the line crosses the yy-axis, and at this point, x=0x = 0.

Steps:

  1. Substitute x=0x = 0 into the equation: 3y10(0)=13y - 10(0) = 1 This simplifies to: 3y=13y = 1

  2. Solve for yy: y=13y = \frac{1}{3}

Conclusion:

The yy-intercept is 13\frac{1}{3}. This can be written as the point: (0,13)(0, \frac{1}{3})

Would you like details or have questions? Here are related queries:

  1. How do you find the xx-intercept for the same equation?
  2. Can you rewrite this equation in slope-intercept form y=mx+by = mx + b?
  3. What does the slope of this line represent geometrically?
  4. How do you graph this equation starting with the intercepts?
  5. What are parallel lines to this equation in standard form?

Tip: Always set x=0x = 0 for yy-intercept and y=0y = 0 for xx-intercept when working with linear equations.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations
Intercepts in Coordinate Geometry

Formulas

y-intercept occurs when x = 0

Theorems

Concept of intercepts in linear equations

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10