Math Problem Statement

Graph the line with a slope of \( \frac{1}{2} \) passing through the point \((-3, -2)\).

Solution

To graph the line with a slope of 12\frac{1}{2} passing through the point (3,2)(-3, -2):

  1. Understand the slope: A slope of 12\frac{1}{2} means that for every 2 units you move to the right along the x-axis, you move 1 unit up along the y-axis.

  2. Plot the given point: Start by plotting (3,2)(-3, -2) on the graph.

  3. Use the slope to find another point:

    • From (3,2)(-3, -2), move 2 units to the right and 1 unit up to get the next point: (1,1)(-1, -1).
  4. Draw the line:

    • Draw a straight line passing through these two points ((3,2)(-3, -2) and (1,1)(-1, -1)).
    • You can extend the line in both directions if needed.
  5. Verify the graph: Ensure that the line's slope matches 12\frac{1}{2}, and it crosses the point (3,2)(-3, -2).

Would you like me to illustrate this process further or solve related questions?

Here are some related questions for practice:

  1. How do you calculate the slope of a line given two points?
  2. What is the slope-intercept form of a linear equation?
  3. How can you convert a slope-intercept equation into a standard form?
  4. What happens to a line when the slope changes but the point remains fixed?
  5. How do you find the y-intercept of a line using its equation?

Tip: Always start by plotting the given point when graphing a line and use the slope to plot additional points.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Slope
Graphing Linear Equations
Coordinate Plane
Slope-Intercept Form

Formulas

Slope formula: \( m = \frac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1} \)
Slope-Intercept Form: \( y = mx + b \)

Theorems

Slope-Intercept Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10