Math Problem Statement
Graph this line using the slope and y-intercept: y = (5/7)x - 10
Solution
The equation of the line given is , which is in slope-intercept form, , where:
- The slope .
- The y-intercept .
To graph this line:
- Start by plotting the y-intercept at on the graph. This is where the line crosses the y-axis.
- Use the slope to determine another point. The slope means "rise over run" (i.e., move 5 units up for every 7 units you move to the right). So, from the y-intercept , move 7 units to the right and 5 units up to get to the point .
- Plot this second point , and draw a straight line through the two points.
These steps will give you the line that represents the equation.
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Related questions:
- How do you identify the slope and y-intercept from an equation?
- What is the significance of the slope in real-world applications?
- How do you graph a line using just two points?
- How do you calculate the slope between two points on a graph?
- What happens to the graph if the slope is negative?
Tip: Remember, the slope tells you how steep the line is. If the slope is positive, the line will rise from left to right; if the slope is negative, the line will fall from left to right.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Linear Equations
Graphing
Formulas
Slope-intercept form: y = mx + b
Theorems
Concept of Slope and Intercept
Suitable Grade Level
Grade 8