Math Problem Statement

Graph the linear equation.

3y - 9x = -27

Solution

To graph the given linear equation, we will follow these steps:

  1. Rearrange the equation into slope-intercept form y=mx+by = mx + b, where mm is the slope and bb is the y-intercept.

Starting with the equation: 3y9x=273y - 9x = -27

Step 1: Solve for yy

3y=9x273y = 9x - 27

Divide both sides by 3: y=3x9y = 3x - 9

Now, the equation is in slope-intercept form y=mx+by = mx + b, where:

  • The slope m=3m = 3
  • The y-intercept b=9b = -9

Step 2: Plot the y-intercept

The y-intercept is 9-9, so we can plot the point (0,9)(0, -9) on the y-axis.

Step 3: Use the slope

The slope m=3m = 3 means that for every 1 unit you move to the right along the x-axis, you move up 3 units. So, from the point (0,9)(0, -9), move right by 1 and up by 3 to plot the next point, (1,6)(1, -6).

Step 4: Draw the line

Once you have two points, (0,9)(0, -9) and (1,6)(1, -6), draw a straight line through them to represent the linear equation.


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Here are 5 questions related to graphing and linear equations:

  1. How do you find the slope of a line from its equation?
  2. What is the significance of the y-intercept in a graph?
  3. Can a linear equation have more than one solution?
  4. How can you verify if a point lies on a given line?
  5. What does the slope represent in real-world applications?

Tip: When graphing, always start by identifying key points like the intercepts and use the slope to plot additional points efficiently!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Graphing

Formulas

Slope-Intercept Form y = mx + b

Theorems

Slope-Intercept Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10