Math Problem Statement

graph f(x)=3x-7 in slope intercept form

Solution

The function f(x)=3x7f(x) = 3x - 7 is already given in slope-intercept form, which is generally written as:

y=mx+by = mx + b

where:

  • mm represents the slope, and
  • bb represents the y-intercept.

For the function f(x)=3x7f(x) = 3x - 7:

  • The slope m=3m = 3.
  • The y-intercept b=7b = -7.

Steps to Graph the Function:

  1. Plot the y-intercept: Start by marking the point (0,7)(0, -7) on the y-axis.
  2. Use the slope: Since the slope is 33, it can be interpreted as 31\frac{3}{1}. From the y-intercept, move up 3 units and right 1 unit to find another point on the line.
  3. Draw the line: Connect the two points with a straight line, extending it across the graph.

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Here are some related questions to deepen understanding:

  1. How do we determine the slope and y-intercept from different forms of linear equations?
  2. What are other methods to graph linear functions besides the slope-intercept form?
  3. How does the slope affect the steepness of the line?
  4. What changes in the graph if we modify the slope or y-intercept values?
  5. How would the graph look if we flipped the sign of the slope?

Tip: Remember, the slope mm indicates the line's direction and steepness. Positive slopes go up from left to right, while negative slopes go down.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Slope-Intercept Form

Formulas

y = mx + b (Slope-Intercept Form)

Theorems

Slope-Intercept Form

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10