Math Problem Statement

Graph this line using the slope and y-intercept: y = x + 6

Solution

The equation provided is y=x+6y = x + 6, which is in slope-intercept form (y=mx+by = mx + b), where mm is the slope and bb is the y-intercept.

Steps to Graph the Line:

  1. Identify the Slope (mm) and Y-Intercept (bb):

    • m=1m = 1: The slope is 1 (rise over run = 1/1).
    • b=6b = 6: The y-intercept is 6.
  2. Plot the Y-Intercept:

    • Start by plotting the point (0,6)(0, 6) on the graph (where the line crosses the y-axis).
  3. Use the Slope to Plot Another Point:

    • The slope is 1, so from (0,6)(0, 6), move up 1 unit (rise) and 1 unit to the right (run) to reach (1,7)(1, 7).
  4. Draw the Line:

    • Connect these points with a straight line extending through the graph.

Would you like a detailed explanation of the slope-intercept process, or do you want to explore related concepts?

Five Related Questions:

  1. What does the slope represent in real-life scenarios?
  2. How do you determine the slope when given two points on a line?
  3. What happens to the graph when the slope is negative?
  4. How does changing the y-intercept value affect the graph?
  5. Can you rewrite this equation in standard form?

Tip:

Always double-check the rise and run for the slope to ensure accuracy in plotting points!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations
Graphing
Slope-Intercept Form

Formulas

y = mx + b

Theorems

Slope-Intercept Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9