Math Problem Statement

Write an equation for the following graph.

Solution

To write the equation of the line from the graph, let's follow these steps:

  1. Determine the slope:

    • The slope of a line is the change in yy divided by the change in xx (often called "rise over run"). Looking at the graph:
      • The line passes through the points (0,4)(0, 4) and (2,0)(2, 0).
      • The change in yy (from 4 to 0) is 4-4, and the change in xx (from 0 to 2) is +2+2.
      • Slope m=42=2m = \frac{-4}{2} = -2.
  2. Find the y-intercept:

    • The y-intercept is where the line crosses the y-axis. From the graph, the line crosses the y-axis at y=4y = 4, so the y-intercept is 44.
  3. Write the equation:

    • Using the slope-intercept form y=mx+by = mx + b, where mm is the slope and bb is the y-intercept:
      • Slope m=2m = -2, and y-intercept b=4b = 4.
      • The equation of the line is: y=2x+4y = -2x + 4

Would you like more details on how I derived the slope, or do you have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions you might find helpful:

  1. How do you calculate the slope if you're given two points?
  2. What is the significance of the y-intercept in a graph?
  3. How do you convert a standard form equation into slope-intercept form?
  4. How would the equation change if the line had a positive slope?
  5. How do you determine the x-intercept of a line from its equation?

Tip: Always identify two clear points on the graph to calculate the slope accurately.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations
Algebra
Graphing

Formulas

Slope-Intercept form: y = mx + b

Theorems

Slope of a Line
Y-Intercept Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10